Commissioner Billy Hawkes recommended that the social networking site introduce widespread changes, including clearer terms and conditions and more user freedom concerning data usage.
Facebook Ireland has been responsible for all of the company's data outside of North America since September last year, BBC News reports.
"This was a challenging engagement both for my office and for Facebook Ireland. The audit has found a positive approach and commitment on the part of FB-I [Facebook Ireland] to respecting the privacy rights of its users," said Hawkes.
Facebook welcomed the commissioner's feedback and pledged to implement the requested measures. "We are pleased that the report demonstrates how Facebook adheres to European data protection principles and complies with Irish law," read a statement for the firm.
"Of course, the report highlights some areas where we can improve and reach best practice."
Last month the US Federal Trade Commission said that Facebook was guilty of "unfair and deceptive" practices concerning changes made to its privacy settings in 2009.
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