It is important that you discuss how to manage research data with your supervisor. It is your supervisor who is responsible for ensuring that you are in compliance with the current data laws and legislation. All projects that will be collecting personal data must be registered with Sikt - Norwegian Agency for Shared Services in Education and Research.
SAI’s data storage guide
Guidance for students at the Department of Social Anthropology (SAI) who need secure storage for green, yellow, red or black data.