EDPB Guidelines on certification criteria

Guidelines 1/2018 on certification and identifying certification criteria in accordance with Articles 42 and 43 of the Regulation

These guidelines are focused on defining the general requirements and criteria for certification mechanisms under Articles 42 and 43 of the GDPR. They explore the role of certification as an accountability tool, explaining key concepts of certification within Articles 42 and 43, and detailing the scope and purpose of what can be certified under these articles.