The Somalia Data Protection Authority (DPA) protects the privacy and personal data of all individuals in Somalia.
Your personal data belongs to you, and the law gives you clear rights over how it is collected, used, and protected.

Personal data is any information that can identify you, directly or indirectly, including your name, phone number, email address, national ID, biometric data, financial details, health records, and online identifiers.

As an individual, you have the right to:

• Right of Access – Know whether your data is being processed and obtain a copy
• Right to Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your data in certain circumstances
• Right to Restrict Processing – Limit how your data is used
• Right to Data Portability – Receive your data for reuse across services
• Right to Object – Object to processing such as direct marketing
• Protection from Automated Decisions – Not be subject to decisions made solely by automated processing
   

The DPA ensures your rights are respected by:

• Supervising organizations that process personal data
• Investigating misuse or data breaches
• Providing guidance on privacy risks
• Enforcing the Data Protection Act

If your data is misused or your rights are violated, you may file a complaint with the DPA

The DPA advises individuals to:

• Avoid clicking suspicious links or messages
• Use strong passwords and two-factor authentication
• Never share OTPs or sensitive credentials
• Protect identity, health, and financial documents
• Report suspicious activity promptly
   

If you believe your personal data has been misused or compromised, contact the DPA or submit a complaint through official channels.