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Law 19,628 on privacy (text in force until Law 21,719 applies)

In forceLaw 19,628

Summary

This is the data law in force until Law 21,719 takes effect. It requires notice and consent to process personal data and protects sensitive data, but has no supervisory authority or meaningful fines.

Who it applies to

Anyone processing personal data in Chile.

Penalties

Court-ordered damages; minor fines.

Official name
Ley N° 19.628, sobre protección de la vida privada
Official reference
Diario Oficial 28-ago-1999; será sustituida en gran parte por las modificaciones de la Ley 21.719
Regulator
No dedicated authority; courts and, for public bodies, the Council for Transparency
Official source
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Key dates

Obligations and dates

Obligations table
ObligationArticle or citationStatusDateWho it applies toVerification
Notice and consent to process dataLey 19.628, arts. 4 y 10In forceAlready applicableIf you process personal data in Chile before Law 21,719 applies.Verified in the official source on November 4, 2026

Notice and consent to process data

Ley 19.628, arts. 4 y 10In force

Already applicable

When it relates
If you process personal data in Chile before Law 21,719 applies.
What the rule provides
  • Disclose the purpose and obtain express authorization, except where the law allows otherwise.
  • Do not process sensitive data unless authorized by law, by consent or for health benefits.
Typical evidence
  • Current consents and notices.
Verification
Verified in the official source on November 4, 2026Checked in LeyChile (BCN), current text of Law 19,628: art. 4 (express, written and informed authorization) and art. 10 (sensitive data).

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