July 15, 2025
Navigate the data security and privacy landscape in Brazil. TEKRiSQ helps Small and Medium Businesses and Licensees understand their compliance obligations to protect data and avoid penalties under the LGPD and other regulations.
Brazil has established a robust legal framework for data protection, primarily centered around the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados Pessoais (LGPD), or General Data Protection Law. This comprehensive law, similar to Europe’s GDPR, governs the collection, use, processing, and storage of personal data. Beyond the LGPD, Brazil also has sector-specific regulations and general cybersecurity principles.
For Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) and entities holding specific licenses (like insurance companies) operating in or serving Brazilian residents, adherence to these laws is crucial. Non-compliance can lead to significant financial repercussions, legal challenges, and damage to your business’s reputation.
This guide provides a clear overview of Brazil’s key cybersecurity, data security, and privacy laws, summarizing your responsibilities and explaining why proactive compliance is essential for protecting your data and ensuring business continuity.
The LGPD is Brazil’s comprehensive data protection law, effective August 2020 (with penalties enforceable from August 2021). It applies to any data processing operation carried out in Brazil, or when the processing aims to offer goods/services to individuals in Brazil, or when data is collected in Brazil, regardless of where the processing entity is located.
The LGPD significantly enhances data privacy rights in Brazil. Non-compliance can lead to severe administrative sanctions, including warnings, daily fines, and fines up to 2% of the company’s annual gross revenue in Brazil (capped at BRL 50 million, approx. USD 8.5 million), per infraction. It also allows for legal actions from affected individuals.
While the LGPD covers data protection comprehensively, Brazil’s cybersecurity framework is also shaped by other legal instruments and policies, including the Brazilian Civil Rights Framework for the Internet (Marco Civil da Internet) and the National Cybersecurity Policy (PNCiber). These laws emphasize general information security principles and criminalize cyber offenses.
Adhering to general cybersecurity principles and specific regulations beyond LGPD ensures a holistic approach to protecting your digital assets and customer data. This minimizes legal exposure, prevents operational disruptions, and safeguards your business from criminal charges related to cyber offenses. It demonstrates due diligence in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Read the full Marco Civil da Internet (Portuguese) →
Information Security in Brazil: Legal Framework (IR Global) →
The Superintendence of Private Insurance (SUSEP) is the regulatory body for the Brazilian insurance sector. SUSEP issues specific regulations that obligate insurers, reinsurers, and other supervised entities to implement robust information security measures and incident response plans, complementing the LGPD. Recent regulations also focus on “Open Insurance,” promoting secure data sharing.
These SUSEP regulations are critical for protecting highly sensitive financial and personal data within the insurance industry. Compliance ensures the stability and integrity of the insurance market, builds trust with policyholders, and prevents significant fines and operational disruptions. It also aligns the sector with broader national data protection goals.
SUSEP Official Website (Portuguese) →
SUSEP Publishes Regulation for Open Insurance in Brazil (The Paypers) →
Beyond specific industry regulations, a strong compliance posture is essential for every Brazilian SMB.
Non-compliance with Brazilian laws, especially the LGPD, can lead to significant fines and legal fees that can cripple a small business.
Brazilian consumers are increasingly aware of their data privacy rights. Demonstrating robust compliance builds trust and enhances your brand’s reputation.
Compliance mandates the implementation of strong cybersecurity measures, directly protecting your business from data breaches, ransomware, and other attacks.
Proactive compliance and security measures significantly reduce the likelihood and impact of disruptive security incidents, ensuring your operations continue smoothly.
Being recognized as a secure and compliant business can differentiate you from competitors and attract more clients, especially in sensitive industries.
Implementing well-defined security and privacy practices leads to more organized and efficient data handling.
TEKRiSQ offers comprehensive services to help your Brazilian SMB or licensed entity achieve and maintain compliance with state cybersecurity and privacy laws.
Identify vulnerabilities and compliance gaps specific to Brazilian regulations.
Implement frameworks for data handling, aligning with LGPD and other privacy mandates.
Develop robust plans to meet Brazilian data breach notification requirements.
Educate your team on their role in protecting data and complying with state laws.
Ongoing support to continuously monitor and improve your security posture for sustained compliance.
Advanced threat detection and response for your devices, a key component of robust security.
For official information and assistance regarding Brazil’s data privacy, security, and insurance laws, you can contact:
National Data Protection Authority:
Email (DPO): encarregado@anpd.gov.br
Phone: +55 (61) 2017-3338
Superintendence of Private Insurance:
General Contact: SUSEP Contact Page →
Don’t let complex regulations be a barrier. Partner with TEKRiSQ for expert guidance and practical solutions.
