The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law enacted by the European Union (EU) that came into effect on May 25, 2018. It aims to give individuals more control over their personal data and to harmonize data privacy laws across Europe. For companies and research institutions working in the field of catalysis, GDPR compliance is essential to ensure the ethical and legal handling of personal data, particularly when collaborating with EU partners or conducting research within the EU.