Summary
The aim of this paper is to provide a background for general privacy readers, as well as for potential users or regulators of UAV activities, as they relate to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. The paper is divided into four parts: the market for and uses of UAV technologies are discussed; a discussion of the privacy concerns associated with the deployment of UAV technology; these concerns are addressed by highlighting how a Privacy by Design (PbD) approach can assist in ensuring that the benefits of UAV technology are facilitated, while simultaneously ensuring that the threat to individual privacy is reduced; conclusions and recommendations to address potential privacy issues that could arise from the use of drones.