The register provides an additional platform for DPOs to demonstrate their professionalism and quality.

The register was established to ensure the professionalism and quality of Data Protection Officers (DPOs). By qualifying and registering yourself, you show that you meet the required standards and guidelines. This contributes to better compliance with data protection rules.

Registration in the register is currently not mandatory but is strongly recommended to ensure the quality and professionalism of DPOs.

By registering in the register, you demonstrate that you meet the required standards and guidelines. This can strengthen your position by highlighting your professionalism and competence. It may lead to increased trust from your employer and better support in your role as a DPO.

For €150.00 per year, you become a Register-DPO and may use the personal registration logo. This logo indicates that you meet the assessment criteria and code of conduct of the NRFG—a valuable recognition of your professionalism and quality.

More information about registration can be found here.

The register is intended to create a uniform standard for all DPOs. Although completed training and certificates are valuable, the register provides a standardized way to ensure the quality and professionalism of DPOs.

The register helps not only to demonstrate your professionalism but also to convince organizations of the importance of a well-positioned DPO. It provides additional support for your role within the organization.

No, registration in the register has no impact on your registration as a DPO with the AP. The register is intended solely to ensure the professionalism and quality of DPOs.

It is a public register, so the AP—like anyone else—can see whether someone is registered.

No, the register is purely an administrative tool where Register-DPOs are recorded to show whether they meet the required standards.