For this reason, and if possible, it makes more sense to rely on the exceptions mentioned above and, for example, to photograph a group of five participants rather than two. This eliminates the annoying process of obtaining consent.
In addition, unlike under the old legal situation, consent can be revoked at any time and without justification under the GDPR. A recording made without consent can still be revoked, but in this case, reasons must be given as to why it is unreasonable for the person concerned. This means that consent is the worse alternative in every respect.
At events, you increasingly see notices with GDPR photography notices. Are these now also necessary?
The GDPR obliges photographers or their clients to inform those photographed about their identity as the person responsible, the purposes for which the images are used and the rights of those affected. The chinese america data latter include in particular the right to information and, as previously discussed, the right to revoke consent or to object to the creation or use of the images.
The information also has the advantage of making it easier to invoke the exceptions mentioned above. The more informed the people being photographed are, the less they deserve protection. This in turn means that the balance between the interest in being photographed and their right not to be photographed is much more likely to be in the photographer's favor.
In addition, notices about photo and video recordings should be included in announcements and invitations. Otherwise, someone could say that they felt forced to reluctantly endure the recordings after a long journey.
Can I ask guests who do not want to be photographed to wear badges in a different color or colorful “no-photo” buttons, for example?
The right to data protection must not become a stigma. Visitors to an event should therefore be informed that they can also object verbally, by waving, etc.
Photos outside of events and in private areas
Let’s go back to informing those being photographed: How is this possible outside of events?