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Aug 4, 2024
What is a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) and why is it essential for GDPR compliance?
The GDPR and other laws require a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) where data processing activities can result in a high risk to the rights and freedoms of individuals. We look at who is responsible for a DPIA, what it should contain, and how to carry it out for your organization.
Aug 6, 2024
What is a privacy notice and why do you need one?
Most data privacy laws require that users be notified about the use of their data, their rights, and more. A privacy notice is a common way to provide this. Read on for everything you need to know about the what, when, why, and how of privacy notices.
Aug 6, 2024
Understanding the cookie popup
Privacy-Led Marketing and compliance with global privacy laws require companies to implement a cookie popup that informs users and asks them for their consent. Here’s what you need to know for great user experience, high-quality data, and privacy compliance.
Jul 30, 2024
Essential guide to data minimization for GDPR compliance
By adopting data minimization practices, companies can reduce the risks associated with data breaches and misuse, comply with regulatory requirements, and build trust with customers by demonstrating respect for their data and privacy. Here’s what you need to know.
Jun 17, 2025
IAB Europe has published the first Transparency and Consent Framework (TCF) Compliance Report for 2024
Jun 11, 2025
Top 8 WordPress consent management platforms: Comparing pricing and features
Looking for the best WordPress consent management platform for your website? We’ve compared the top 8 WordPress CMPs so you can easily comply with global cookie laws.
Jun 9, 2025
GDPR enforcement that doesn’t make headlines
Most GDPR enforcement actions don’t make headlines, but smaller fines and penalties are far more common than billion-Euro judgements. This lack of publicity can lead smaller organizations to think that GDPR compliance doesn’t need to be a priority. We look at why taking that risk isn’t worth it.
Jun 9, 2025
How the latest version of Usercentrics CMP script tag improves your banner’s performance
Jun 3, 2025
What is the GDPR right to be forgotten? Data deletion requests explained
The GDPR right to be forgotten enables individuals in EU/EEA to request the deletion of their personal data under specific circumstances. Learn the six grounds for erasure, the time limit to take action, and how organizations can handle deletion requests properly.
Jun 2, 2025
10 best Drata alternatives and competitors for 2025
Discover 10 top-rated Drata competitors and learn how each tool can support your security and privacy goals, whether you’re looking to achieve SOC 2 or ISO 27001 compliance or need to comply with privacy regulations like the GDPR and CCPA.
May 30, 2025
The EU plans to simplify the GDPR to enable businesses to be more globally competitive
The GDPR set international standards for data privacy regulation. However, global markets continue to get more competitive and evolve rapidly. There are criticisms that the GDPR is too cumbersome and holds back EU companies’ global competitiveness. Regulators are rolling out a plan to address that.
May 27, 2025
GDPR data retention: Compliance guidelines and best practices
The GDPR has strict requirements for how long you can store personal data. We look at these regulatory requirements and restrictions and what they mean in practice for your organization.
Apr 18, 2023
Our picks of the 6 top CookieYes alternatives for consent management in 2024
We outline some of the best options for compliantly obtaining and managing user consent. Here are our picks for the best alternatives to CookieYes.
Apr 18, 2023
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Our picks of the 6 top CookieYes alternatives for consent management in 2024
We outline some of the best options for compliantly obtaining and managing user consent. Here are our picks for the best alternatives to CookieYes.
Apr 18, 2023
Our picks of the 6 top CookieYes alternatives for consent management in 2024
We outline some of the best options for compliantly obtaining and managing user consent. Here are our picks for the best alternatives to CookieYes.
Apr 18, 2023
Our picks of the 6 top CookieYes alternatives for consent management in 2024
We outline some of the best options for compliantly obtaining and managing user consent. Here are our picks for the best alternatives to CookieYes.
Our picks of the 6 top CookieYes alternatives for consent management in 2024
We outline some of the best options for compliantly obtaining and managing user consent. Here are our picks for the best alternatives to CookieYes.
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