Drone exam · Privacy and data protection

A client asks to delete all people from inspection photos before delivery. The files still contain exact GPS coordinates and timestamps. What should the operator consider?

Answer

Review the metadata as well as the visible image. Coordinates, timestamps, device identifiers, and other embedded information may still reveal personal or sensitive information.

Explanation

Data minimisation applies to the information actually transferred, not only what is visible on screen. Metadata can disclose location and operational details that the client does not need.