Data protection, information and inspection of files

Correction of personal data by the registration authority

You have a right to know that the data a public authority processes about you, for example, is correct. Therefore, if you notice that inaccurate data about you is being processed, request that your data be corrected.

Obtain access to the adoption file

As an adopted person, you can inspect the files relating to the placement of your adoption yourself from your 16th birthday. Unless the interests of other parties concerned - such as those of your biological parents - conflict with or outweigh this right of access.

If you or a data subject require information about your stored data in accordance with Section 23(1) of the Security Clearance Act, you can request this by submitting an informal application.

Receive information from the dipul portal (Digital Platform Unmanned Aviation)

The Digital Platform Unmanned Aviation (dipul) informs citizens about the use of drones in Germany and strengthens safety in air traffic.

Requesting access to Stasi files for research or media purposes

If you work in research or the media or if you represent a political education institution, you can obtain access to Stasi documents relevant to the topic.

Applying for access to Stasi files as a public or non-public body

As a public and non-public body, you can obtain access to subject-related Stasi documents under certain conditions.

Requesting access to Stasi files on your own person, missing or deceased relatives

If you would like to know whether the Stasi files contain information about you, you can apply for access to the files.

Requesting information from the competition register

Do you want to know whether there is an entry against you in the competition register? Then you can request information from the Federal Cartel Office.