Learn about DPUP

The Data Protection and Use Policy’s (DPUP’s) advice applies to a wide range of agencies.

  • What DPUP is

    The Data Protection and Use Policy (DPUP) describes what ‘doing the right thing’ looks like when you collect or use people’s personal information.

  • Who DPUP is for

    The Data Protection and Use Policy’s (DPUP’s) focus on respect, trust and transparency leads to better quality services that can benefit all New Zealanders.

  • Why DPUP was developed

    The Data Protection and Use Policy (DPUP) was developed by the Social Wellbeing Agency to provide a shared set of rules for the respectful, trusted and transparent use of personal information.

  • DPUP terminology

    These key terms will help agencies understand the Data Protection and Use Policy (DPUP).

  • DPUP print version

    Download a PDF file of the Data Protection and Use Policy (DPUP) to keep as an easy reference.

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