The National Election Office and the Hungarian National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen data protection

The National Election Office and the Hungarian National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen the protection of personal data processed during election procedures.

The agreement, which aims to promote professional dialogue between the two organizations and harmonize data management practices, was signed on May 6, 2025, by Dr. Attila Péterfalvi András, President of the Hungarian National Data Protection and Freedom of Information Authority, and Dr. Attila Nagy, President of the National Election Office.

Under the cooperation agreement, the parties undertake to share their knowledge through regular consultations, professional consultations and exchanges of experience, and to work together to ensure the highest level of election data protection. The cooperation will help maintain the integrity and transparency of election procedures, strengthen public confidence in elections, and ensure the effective protection of voters' personal data and the enforcement of their rights.