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Two
years ago, the watchdog told Google its disclosure to users on
how their data was being treated was inadequate, giving it 18
months to comply fully and indicating a series of measures that
needed to be carried out.
The move was one of several privacy challenges against the U.S.
Internet giant in the European Union, highlighting the bloc's
desire to ensure its citizens' data is treated according to EU
law, even when held in foreign jurisdictions.
In a note, the watchdog said it was pleased with the agreement
but added the monitoring of Google would continue.
"We will continue with checks, in tandem also with other
European regulators, so that users' data are increasingly
protected and their rights recognized by web giants," watchdog
president Antonello Soro said.
Under the changes agreed, Google will have to make clear to
users how their data is used and will not be allowed to use data
to profile users without their prior consent. Users will be able
to withhold or grant partial consent.
Google will also need to improve how it stores data and
guarantee its deletion within a specified timeframe.
"We're pleased that the Garante (watchdog) has acknowledged the
steps we have taken to ensure compliance with Italian law and
improve user control," a Google spokesperson said.
(Reporting by Stephen Jewkes; Editing by Mark Potter)
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