Agent skill

Privacy Threshold Analysis

by mukul975 in mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills

Guides the Privacy Threshold Analysis screening process to determine whether a full DPIA is required.

Apache-2.0Auto-check passedLegal & Compliance

Install Privacy Threshold Analysis

skills CLI
$ npx skills add mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills --skill privacy-threshold-analysis -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills privacy-threshold-analysis --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/skills/privacy/privacy-threshold-analysis .claude/skills/privacy-threshold-analysis && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
privacy-threshold-analysis
GitHub stars
297
Token cost
~1.9k tokens
SKILL.md length
887 words
Files
5 (incl. scripts, references, assets)
Skills in repo
280
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
Apache-2.0

At a glance

Guides the Privacy Threshold Analysis screening process to determine whether a full DPIA is required.

  • Works in 4 steps: PTA result is logged in the DPIA register. → Processing owner is notified that a DPIA… → DPO assigns a DPIA reference number and… → …
  • Tasks that involve Privacy and GDPR
  • SKILL.md covers Overview, PTA Quick-Screen Questionnaire, PTA Decision Matrix and PTA Documentation Requirements, plus 2 more sections
  • Runs Python scripts from its folder

What it does

Privacy Threshold Analysis is an agent skill from mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills. Guides the Privacy Threshold Analysis screening process to determine whether a full DPIA is required. Provides a quick-screen questionnaire, threshold criteria based on WP248rev.01, escalation triggers, and documentation requirements. Activate when evaluating new processing activities, system changes, or procurement decisions. Keywords: PTA, privacy threshold analysis, DPIA screening, quick-screen, threshold criteria, WP248, escalation triggers.

Its SKILL.md is about 1.9k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. The skill folder holds 7 other files, including scripts, reference files and assets (for example `assets/template.md`, `references/standards.md` and `references/workflows.md`).

It sits in Legal & Compliance, covering Privacy and GDPR and Vendor and procurement management. The repository describes itself as: 282+ structured privacy & data protection skills for AI agents. GDPR, CCPA, EU AI Act, HIPAA, LGPD, PIPL, DPDP Act. The licence is Apache-2.0.

When your agent uses it

  • Tasks that involve Privacy and GDPR
  • Tasks that involve Vendor and procurement management

Example prompts

  • “Use the privacy-threshold-analysis skill to guide the Privacy Threshold Analysis screening process to determine whether a full DPIA is required”
  • “/privacy-threshold-analysis”

Requirements

  • Python 3

Workflow steps

4 steps, taken from the first numbered list in SKILL.md.

  1. PTA result is logged in the DPIA register.
  2. Processing owner is notified that a DPIA must be completed before processing begins.
  3. DPO assigns a DPIA reference number and initiates the DPIA process.
  4. Processing must not commence until the DPIA is completed and approved.

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit 9b2ef9e. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves nothing: there is no allowed-tools line, so your agent's usual permission prompts apply.

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    Ships 1 file in scripts/ (Python), which the agent can run.

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    No URLs in SKILL.md.

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Privacy Threshold Analysis loads about 1.9k tokens when it runs, and up to ~2.2k if it reads all its reference files. Until then it costs about 119 tokens; SKILL.md has 887 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~119
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~1.9k
With references · SKILL.md plus every file in references/, read only if the agent opens them
~2.2k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); the scripts in this folder are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills at commit 9b2ef9e, republished under its Apache-2.0 licence (© mukul975). 887 words, ~1,885 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/privacy-threshold-analysis/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 4 other files; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
privacy-threshold-analysis
description
Guides the Privacy Threshold Analysis screening process to determine whether a full DPIA is required. Provides a quick-screen questionnaire, threshold criteria based on WP248rev.01, escalation triggers, and documentation requirements. Activate when evaluating new processing activities, system changes, or procurement decisions. Keywords: PTA, privacy threshold analysis, DPIA screening, quick-screen, threshold criteria, WP248, escalation triggers.
license
Apache-2.0
metadata.author
mukul975
metadata.version
1.0
metadata.domain
privacy
metadata.subdomain
privacy-impact-assessment
metadata.tags
pta, privacy-threshold-analysis, dpia-screening, wp248, escalation

Conducting Privacy Threshold Analysis

Overview

A Privacy Threshold Analysis (PTA) is a lightweight screening tool used to determine whether a processing activity requires a full DPIA under Art. 35. The PTA functions as a triage mechanism: it applies the WP248rev.01 nine criteria, Art. 35(3) mandatory triggers, and national supervisory authority DPIA lists to quickly classify processing activities into three categories: DPIA required, DPIA recommended, or DPIA not required. Every new processing activity, system change, or procurement of data-processing services should pass through the PTA before implementation.

PTA Quick-Screen Questionnaire

Section A: Art. 35(3) Mandatory Triggers
QuestionYes/NoIf Yes
A1. Does the processing involve systematic and extensive evaluation of personal aspects based on automated processing (including profiling) on which decisions are based that produce legal effects or similarly significantly affect individuals?DPIA mandatory — Art. 35(3)(a)
A2. Does the processing involve large-scale processing of special categories of data (Art. 9(1): health, biometric, genetic, racial/ethnic, political, religious, trade union, sexual orientation) or criminal conviction data (Art. 10)?DPIA mandatory — Art. 35(3)(b)
A3. Does the processing involve systematic monitoring of a publicly accessible area on a large scale (e.g., CCTV in public spaces, Wi-Fi tracking)?DPIA mandatory — Art. 35(3)(c)
A4. Does the processing appear on the national supervisory authority's DPIA required list (Art. 35(4))?DPIA mandatory

If any question in Section A is answered Yes: DPIA is mandatory. Stop. Proceed to full DPIA.

Section B: EDPB WP248rev.01 Nine Criteria
QuestionCriterionYes/No
B1. Does the processing involve evaluation or scoring of individuals (profiling, prediction, credit scoring, behavioural analysis)?C1
B2. Does the processing involve automated decision-making that produces legal effects or similarly significant effects on individuals?C2
B3. Does the processing involve systematic monitoring of individuals (observation, tracking, surveillance)?C3
B4. Does the processing involve sensitive data (Art. 9 special categories) or highly personal data (financial, location, communications)?C4
B5. Is the processing carried out on a large scale (number of subjects, volume, geographic scope, duration)?C5
B6. Does the processing involve matching or combining datasets from different sources beyond data subject expectations?C6
B7. Does the processing involve data concerning vulnerable individuals (children, employees, patients, elderly, disabled, asylum seekers)?C7
B8. Does the processing involve innovative use of technology or application of existing technology in a new way?C8
B9. Does the processing prevent individuals from exercising a right or using a service or contract?C9

Scoring:

  • 2 or more criteria met: DPIA is strongly recommended (presumptively required per WP248rev.01)
  • 1 criterion met: DPIA is recommended. Consult DPO for final determination.
  • 0 criteria met: DPIA is not required based on EDPB criteria.
Section C: Additional Risk Factors
QuestionYes/NoImpact
C1. Does the processing involve international transfers to countries without an adequacy decision?Additional risk factor — TIA required alongside DPIA if applicable
C2. Is this a new processing activity not previously assessed?New processing should be assessed more conservatively
C3. Has similar processing been subject to enforcement action by any supervisory authority?Elevated scrutiny — DPIA recommended regardless of criteria count
C4. Does the processing involve real-time data processing or urgent decision-making?Reduced opportunity for human review — elevated risk
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PTA Decision Matrix

Section A TriggersSection B CriteriaSection C FactorsDetermination
Any trigger metN/AN/ADPIA mandatory
No trigger met2+ criteriaAnyDPIA strongly recommended
No trigger met1 criterion1+ factorsDPIA recommended
No trigger met1 criterion0 factorsDPO consultation recommended
No trigger met0 criteria1+ factorsDocument screening; monitor
No trigger met0 criteria0 factorsDPIA not required

PTA Documentation Requirements

Regardless of the outcome, every PTA must be documented and retained. The documentation must include:

FieldContent
PTA ReferenceUnique identifier (PTA-[ORG]-[YEAR]-[SEQ])
Processing Activity NameDescriptive name of the processing activity
Processing OwnerName and role of the person responsible
Date of PTADate the screening was completed
Section A ResponsesYes/No for each Art. 35(3) question
Section B ResponsesYes/No for each WP248 criterion with justification
Section C ResponsesYes/No for each additional factor
DeterminationDPIA mandatory/recommended/not required
DPO Sign-OffDPO name, date, and whether they agree with the determination
Next StepsFull DPIA initiated / Processing approved without DPIA / Deferred pending further information

Escalation Process

When a PTA determines that a DPIA is required:

  1. PTA result is logged in the DPIA register.
  2. Processing owner is notified that a DPIA must be completed before processing begins.
  3. DPO assigns a DPIA reference number and initiates the DPIA process.
  4. Processing must not commence until the DPIA is completed and approved.

When a PTA determines that a DPIA is recommended but not mandatory:

  1. DPO reviews the PTA and makes a final determination.
  2. If DPO determines DPIA is needed: escalate as above.
  3. If DPO determines DPIA is not needed: document the rationale and approve processing.

Common PTA Mistakes

  1. Skipping the PTA: Proceeding with new processing without any screening — no documentation of the decision not to conduct a DPIA.
  2. Self-assessment without DPO review: Processing owners conducting PTA without DPO involvement, leading to underestimation of criteria.
  3. Narrow interpretation of criteria: Interpreting "large scale" or "systematic monitoring" too narrowly to avoid triggering a DPIA.
  4. No documentation: Conducting a mental screening without documented PTA — cannot demonstrate accountability under Art. 5(2).
  5. One-time screening: Completing a PTA at project initiation and never revisiting when the processing scope changes.

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Files

SKILL.md and 4 other files (scripts, references, assets) in skills/privacy/privacy-threshold-analysis of mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills.

  • SKILL.md
  • assets/template.md
  • references/standards.md
  • references/workflows.md
  • scripts/process.py

Open the folder on GitHubat commit 9b2ef9e

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Questions about Privacy Threshold Analysis

What does Privacy Threshold Analysis do?

Guides the Privacy Threshold Analysis screening process to determine whether a full DPIA is required. Privacy Threshold Analysis is an agent skill from mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills. Guides the Privacy Threshold Analysis screening process to determine whether a full DPIA is required.

When should I use Privacy Threshold Analysis?

Privacy Threshold Analysis fits situations like: tasks that involve Privacy and GDPR; tasks that involve Vendor and procurement management.

How do I install Privacy Threshold Analysis in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills --skill privacy-threshold-analysis -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/privacy/privacy-threshold-analysis in mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills) into .claude/skills/privacy-threshold-analysis in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Privacy Threshold Analysis in Codex?

Run `npx skills add mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills --skill privacy-threshold-analysis -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/privacy/privacy-threshold-analysis in mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills) into .agents/skills/privacy-threshold-analysis in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Privacy Threshold Analysis in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills --skill privacy-threshold-analysis -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/privacy-threshold-analysis, .gemini/skills/privacy-threshold-analysis, .github/skills/privacy-threshold-analysis and .opencode/skills/privacy-threshold-analysis in your project.

What does Privacy Threshold Analysis need to run?

Going by SKILL.md and its folder, Privacy Threshold Analysis needs Python for the scripts in its folder. Our summary lists: Python 3.

Does Privacy Threshold Analysis access the network?

SKILL.md contains no URLs. Any network use would come from the scripts or tools the agent runs. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Privacy Threshold Analysis safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. The check reads SKILL.md only: the scripts in the folder are not scanned, so read them before running anything.

What licence does Privacy Threshold Analysis use?

Privacy Threshold Analysis is published under the Apache-2.0 licence (declared in SKILL.md). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Privacy Threshold Analysis use?

About 1.9k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 7.5k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full. Its references folder adds about 322 tokens, read only when the agent opens those files.

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Who maintains Privacy Threshold Analysis?

mukul975 (a GitHub user) maintains it in mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills, which has 297 GitHub stars. The repository holds 280 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on March 16, 2026.

Source: mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.