Include IP addresses in the Export User function to comply with GDPR

[Stuart Wright]

It states clearly here:

What is personal information: a guide

ico.org.uk

That IP addresses are considered personal information.
They therefore should be included in the user export function if this is to be used for personal information requests which we all, as forum admin, are legally obligated to supply upon request.
Please implement this.
Thanks

 

[Akesson]

Is there a reason why the ip addresses are not included?

 

[Diesan Romero]

Is there a reason why the ip addresses are not included?

I think is because an ip address is need it to make a communication with the internet world. You can't access to any part of the Internet without one. Also, most IP address are not linked to an user forever, most providers change it on every modem reset. But, anyway, at the end of the day, it's a consideration that may vary based on circunstances.

 

[Mr Lucky]

It states clearly here:

What is personal information: a guide

ico.org.uk

That IP addresses are considered personal information.

It doesn’t state it clearly, it says an ip address could identify an individual. Very often it can’t, especially if the user has dynamic not static IP.