Information is 'confidential' if there is a restriction on its disclosure, normally placed by the person or organisation that provides it.
The Human Rights Act (1998) gives every individual the right to respect both their private and family life, which includes having personal information held in confidence.
Although confidentiality and privacy are often used interchangeably, they are legally different. Confidentiality is an ethical duty that prevents certain people from sharing information with third parties. Privacy is the right to freedom from intrusion into one's personal matters or information.
Confidential information is personal information shared with only a few people for a designated purpose. The person who is receiving the information from you, the receiver, generally cannot take advantage and use your information for their personal gain, such as giving the information out to unauthorized third parties.
The term 'confidentiality' means preserving authorized restrictions on access and disclosure, including means for protecting personal privacy and proprietary information.
Confidential information is personal information shared with only a few people for a designated purpose. The person who is receiving the information from you, the receiver, generally cannot take advantage and use your information for their personal gain, such as giving the information out to unauthorized third parties.
Confidentiality—“Preserving authorized restrictions on information access and disclosure, including means for protecting personal privacy and proprietary information…”
The following information is confidential: Social Security number. Patient names, street address, city, county, zip code, telephone / fax numbers. Dates (except year) related to an individual, account / medical record numbers, health plan beneficiary numbers.
In contrast to secrecy with its withholding of guilt and shame, confidentiality can be viewed as a therapeutic factor. Information shared in confidence within the group is not withheld in a spirit of fear or antagonism to some agency outside the group.
What is a nondisclosure agreement? Whereas confidentiality agreements are typically devised in employment or personal situations to protect sensitive information, NDAs are often used in business and legal settings to protect trade secrets, client lists, and financial data.