Guidance on the Collection of Personal Data Prior to Viewing a Property

The Data Protection Commission is aware of practices in the property services sector where detailed financial and other information is being sought from persons seeking to view a property for sale. This note highlights some of the key issues that arise in the context of estate agents collecting personal data for the purpose of arranging viewings of a property.

June 2021

Guidance on the Collection of Personal Data Prior to Viewing a Property- Full Guidance Note