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by azdacha 2573 days ago
I'd note that under GDPR, we'd be "free" to do anything we want with data belonging to dead people.

(source : I recall that from memory from reading the GDPR document, there are some website that will source the same intel)

HOWEVER, France and Germany Data Protections law, individuals can give to data controllers general or specific indications about the retention, erasure, and communication of their personal data after their decease.

https://www.gamingtechlaw.com/2018/09/iconsumer-deceased-per...

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I bet there are some subtleties in other countries as well !