Subject Access Request (SAR) Acknowledgment letter template

£25

This template acknowledges receipt of the SAR, confirms the initiation of the request process, and provides an estimated timeline for response.

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5 mins to read, 10 mins to prep
1 A4 page / c.245 words
Reviewed 1 September 2025

Subject Access Request (SAR) Acknowledgment letter

[Sender name]

[Sender address]

 

[date]

[Recipient name]

[Recipient address]

 

Dear [Recipient first name],

 

Acknowledgment of Your Subject Access Request (SAR)

I am writing to acknowledge receipt of your Subject Access Request (SAR) dated [Date of Request], in which you have requested access to information about the personal data that [Company Name] holds about you.

We take data privacy and protection seriously at [Company Name], and we are committed to fulfilling our obligations under data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Rest assured that we will handle your SAR with the

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Purpose

This Subject Access Request (SAR) Acknowledgment letter template aims to offer you a versatile and customisable tool, serving as a solid foundation for your needs. Utilise it to ensure consistency, enhance accuracy, and save valuable time.

subject access request (sar) acknowledgment letter template

Adapt it to suit your unique requirements, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in your HR processes.

Direction:
Issued from Employer (you) to Employee
Geographic suitability:
Great Britain & Northern Ireland (United Kingdom) only

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