toggle menuMENU What is data protection? Question:What is data protection? Answer:Data protection refers to the set of laws, regulations and processes that ensure against the misuse or publication of personal data. The main aim of data protection is to enable individuals to maintain control over how their data is held and used. In the United Kingdom the relevant legislation is: The UK General Data Protection Regulation. The Data Protection Act 2018. Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003.