--- title: TYPO3 for Data Privacy and Compliance url: "https://typo3.com/solutions/use-case/data-privacy-gdpr" description: TYPO3 helps you safeguard user data with robust privacy features, GDPR readiness, and enterprise compliance tools for secure digital experiences. image: "https://typo3.com/_assets/d1e01514e4c4a5b3147940fa2ec50682/Images/og-image-com.jpg" date: 2025-09-04 modified: 2026-10-28 --- # TYPO3 for Data Privacy and Compliance Complete Data Privacy and Compliance with TYPO3 ================================================= Powered by an active community and an out-of-the-box compliance setup, TYPO3 is any organization's partner in data privacy. [ Protect Your Data ](#c1826 "Protect Your Data") ![](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/Solutions/Use_Cases/01_Illustrations/Headers/GDPR_Data-protection_header.svg) TYPO3 for Data Privacy & GDPR ----------------------------------- Protect personal data and build privacy-first websites with TYPO3. Its open source architecture provides built-in security and data protection features, while giving organizations control over how and where their CMS and data are hosted. An active community and regular security updates help TYPO3 stay resilient as digital requirements evolve. Key Features -------------- TYPO3 keeps your data protected and your website compliant with the latest regulations. Privacy by Design ------------------------ Privacy is built into TYPO3's architecture. Features such as configurable SameSite cookies, strict access controls, and data minimization help reduce privacy and security risks from the start. Organizations can configure how data is collected, processed, stored, and shared to support their data protection requirements. [**TYPO3's Approach to Privacy**](https://typo3.org/governance-values/data-privacy) Authorized by CVN Numbering Authority -------------------------------------------- TYPO3 is an officially authorized CVE Numbering Authority (CNA). The TYPO3 Security Team can assign standardized CVE identifiers to vulnerabilities in TYPO3 CMS and its ecosystem and publish verified security information through the global CVE system. This provides a consistent, authoritative reference for identifying and tracking TYPO3 security vulnerabilities—helping users and security teams respond with greater clarity and confidence. [**Learn more about the CVE**](https://news.typo3.com/press-releases/cna-announcement-english) Multi-Factor Authentication Enabled ------------------------------------------ TYPO3 Core includes built-in multi-factor authentication (MFA) for backend users. MFA adds an additional verification step beyond a password, helping protect user accounts even if login credentials are compromised. Administrators can configure MFA requirements for different user groups and use supported authentication providers such as TOTP. [**Learn about Multi-factor Authentication**](https://docs.typo3.org/m/typo3/reference-coreapi/14.3/en-us/ApiOverview/Authentication/MultiFactorAuthentication/Index.html) On-Premise & Independent Hosting ------------------------------------------- Choose where your TYPO3 installation and data are hosted. TYPO3 can run on your own infrastructure, on-premise servers, or with an independent hosting provider or cloud service. This gives organizations greater control over their infrastructure, data location, and digital sovereignty—without being tied to a proprietary CMS hosting platform. [**More on Hosting with TYPO3** ](https://typo3.com/partners/technology-partners) Built-in Compliance Features ----------------------------------- TYPO3's proactive approach to data privacy ensures maximum protection as a default setting. Editors and administrators benefit from SameSite cookies that minimize the risk of data leakage, and TYPO3's secure data management practices ensure that data is processed only when necessary. These built-in features ensure high-levels of compliance without the need for extensive manual adjustments. [**TYPO3 and Security**](https://typo3.org/governance-values/security) Digital Sovereignty & Digital Public Good ---------------------------------------------------- Your data is always accessible. As a member of the Open Website Initiative, and a registered Digital Public Good, TYPO3 adheres to the most stringent policies of data sovereignty. This means no restricted access or sharing of data with third parties. TYPO3's community-driven security updates, and its built-in features like robust access controls and multi-factor authentication, ensure maximum protection. [**TYPO3 as a Digital Public Good**](https://news.typo3.com/article/typo3-is-a-digital-public-good) ![](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/Solutions/Use_Cases/01_Illustrations/Benefits/Data_privacy.svg) TYPO3 Partners ---------------- ### Partners delivering expert services in data privacy and compliance. [ ![sitegeist media solutions GmbH](https://typo3.com/extension-storage/_processed_/9/b/csm_efe205d7d4b951e8f5a169dc1d231dba_2bbf62bae8.webp) ](https://typo3.com/partner/sitegeist-media-solutions-gmbh) [ sitegeist media solutions GmbH ](https://typo3.com/partner/sitegeist-media-solutions-gmbh) Hamburg, Germany ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SOLUTION PARTNER sitegeist is a full service internet agency and since more than 25 years an expert for TYPO3 projects. With experience in over 200 projects, certified developers and passion we are one of the leading TYPO3 agencies. With 70 employees and certified developers sitegeist… [ Partner profile ](https://typo3.com/partner/sitegeist-media-solutions-gmbh) [ ![Deutsche Telekom MMS GmbH](https://typo3.com/extension-storage/_processed_/0/2/csm_6c76463dad6f0db473371d70360c0329_ae024aba2e.webp) ](https://typo3.com/partner/deutsche-telekom-mms-gmbh) [ Deutsche Telekom MMS GmbH ](https://typo3.com/partner/deutsche-telekom-mms-gmbh) Dresden, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SOLUTION PARTNER We accompany companies and brands on new paths and develop future-proof business models for digital experiences. From user-centered ideation and UX/UI design to engineering and secure operation, we integrate cutting-edge artificial intelligence across the entire value… [ Partner profile ](https://typo3.com/partner/deutsche-telekom-mms-gmbh) [ ![3m5.](https://typo3.com/extension-storage/partner/220b5a2f6055dafce202f9826b9b6d60.svg) ](https://typo3.com/partner/3m5) [ 3m5. ](https://typo3.com/partner/3m5) München, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------ SOLUTION PARTNER 3m5. is a specialist for global Enterprise Content Management Systems. With a focus on business-critical environments, 3m5. is a specialist for the implementation of TYPO3 on a global level. The company supports customers in a broad range of sectors, from food,… [ Partner profile ](https://typo3.com/partner/3m5) ![AOK Bundesverband](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/_processed_/c/d/csm_Screenshot_2025-01-28_at_08.30.15_95e5326a13.webp) ![AOK Bundesverband](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/Case-Studies/dreistromland/AOK/logo-aok_white.svg) queonext Revamps AOK-Community Portal, Preserving Local Identity ------------------------------------------------------------------ ### Leveraging TYPO3 to tackle a technical implementation and create a highly scalable platform fitting for the AOK-community [ Read more ](https://typo3.com/customers/case-studies/aok-bundesverband "AOK Bundesverband") ![PVS BW](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/_processed_/c/6/csm_content_element_image_03_6385d42bbd.webp) ![PVS BW](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/Case-Studies/3m5/PVS_BW/project_logo.svg) Achieving Digital Security with Outstanding Data Protection ------------------------------------------------------------- ### PVS-BW worked with 3m5. to create a new website with extensive security features for data protection along with an improved user experience [ Read more ](https://typo3.com/customers/case-studies/pvs-bw "PVS BW") ![KZVB](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/_processed_/d/6/csm_KZVB_case_study_header_2500x1300_Kopie_b8b7268c06.webp) ![KZVB](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/Case-Studies/TELEKOM_MMS/KVZB/kzvb_white__1_.svg) KZVB Receives a Human Centric Design and New Brand Identity with TYPO3 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ### The Bavarian Healthcare Association Utilized TYPO3 CMS for Healthcare to Revitalize its Brand [ Read more ](https://typo3.com/customers/case-studies/kzvb "KZVB") Get in Touch -------------- ### We’re here to support you in building more inclusive digital experiences. [ Contact Us ](mailto:partners@typo3.com "Contact Us") ![](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/_processed_/f/b/csm_team_t3g_2025_d97dd11673.webp) Frequently Asked Questions What does it mean that TYPO3 is a CVE Numbering Authority, and why does that matter? A CVE Numbering Authority (CNA) is officially authorized to assign CVE IDs — standardized vulnerability tracking numbers — and publish the corresponding records. For TYPO3 users, this means vulnerability information comes from one authoritative source rather than being pieced together from third parties or community forums. How do I enable multi-factor authentication for TYPO3 backend users? MFA has been built into TYPO3 core since version 11 and can be configured directly for backend user accounts without a third-party extension — see the Core API documentation for setup. Is an open-source CMS secure enough for GDPR-sensitive data, or is that riskier than a proprietary platform? Open source doesn't mean less secure — TYPO3's status as an official CVE Numbering Authority means vulnerabilities are disclosed transparently and centrally rather than hidden or handled inconsistently, and the codebase is auditable by anyone, unlike a closed proprietary system where you have to trust the vendor's internal security claims. How does TYPO3's GDPR readiness compare to a SaaS CMS hosted outside the EU? TYPO3 can be self-hosted on-premise or hosted with a cloud provider of your choice, including within the EU — giving organizations direct control over data residency, unlike many SaaS CMS platforms that route data through infrastructure outside the EU by default. Does self-hosting TYPO3 on-premise remove our GDPR obligations? No. Hosting on-premise gives you direct control over where and how data is processed, which supports GDPR compliance, but your organization remains the data controller either way. On-premise hosting is a sovereignty and control decision, not a substitute for GDPR-compliant processes. Does using TYPO3 automatically make our website GDPR-compliant? No. TYPO3 provides the technical tooling (cookie management, opt-in/out controls, secure data handling, configurable password policies, Content Security Policy reporting), but GDPR compliance also depends on your organization's data processing agreements, consent workflows, and legal review. The CMS is a necessary foundation, not a complete compliance solution on its own. More use cases ---------------- ![](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/Solutions/Use_Cases/01_Illustrations/Menu/Enterprise.svg) ### Enterprise TYPO3 is the enterprise CMS built for scale. Integrate with your tech stack, manage multilingual sites, and deliver exceptional performance with robust security and flexibility. [ Read more ](https://typo3.com/solutions/use-case/enterprise "Enterprise") ![](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/Solutions/Use_Cases/01_Illustrations/Menu/Internationalization.svg) ### Internationalization & Localization Reach audiences worldwide with TYPO3. Manage multilingual sites, localize content, and deliver consistent experiences across regions with ease. [ Read more ](https://typo3.com/solutions/use-case/internationalization-localization "Internationalization & Localization") ![](https://typo3.com/fileadmin/Solutions/Use_Cases/01_Illustrations/Menu/Accessibility.svg) ### Accessibility Build accessible websites with TYPO3. Discover built-in accessibility features, WCAG 2.2 AA support, flexible workflows, and community-driven improvements. [ Read more ](https://typo3.com/solutions/use-case/accessibility "Accessibility")