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Mar 28, 2024
The EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – an overview
The EU’s GDPR is a well-known, influential European data privacy law. We look at how it addresses consumer rights, companies’ responsibilities, and enforcement.
Feb 13, 2025
Everything you need to know about GDPR compliance
GDPR compliance can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are the essentials you need to know.
Mar 19, 2025
Top 15 compliance automation software: Comparing pricing, features, and reviews
We’ve reviewed the top 15 compliance automation software options and compared their features and price points.
Jul 23, 2025
The ultimate guide to Google Tag Assistant for privacy-friendly tracking
Google Tag Assistant helps businesses verify their tracking is working, so every click, conversion, and campaign metric is captured correctly. This guide covers how to set it up, interpret results, and fix common errors. It also explains why Tag Assistant alone isn’t enough for privacy compliance, and how pairing it with server-side tracking and a CMP closes the gap.
May 25, 2026
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act (KCDPA): An Overview
The Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act (KCDPA) went into effect on January 1, 2026. Businesses that operate in the state and process the personal data of Kentucky residents need to be aware of its requirements and ongoing updates to maintain compliance.
May 25, 2026
Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA): An Overview
The Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA) took effect on October 1, 2025, applying to personal data processing as of April 1, 2026. It includes some stricter privacy compliance requirements than other U.S. states and impacts businesses that operate in Maryland.
May 25, 2026
Dark Patterns: Definitions, Examples, and Regulatory Risks
Dark patterns manipulate user behavior and are bad customer experience. In addition to carrying significant regulatory risk, they can negate valid consent. We look at examples of dark patterns, enforcement against them, and how you can prevent them to maintain trust.
May 22, 2026
CCPA Compliance Checklist: How to Achieve Full Compliance for Your Website
California’s privacy regulators are actively enforcing the CCPA and CPRA, and fines are growing. Here’s what your business needs to do to meet its obligations today and as the business and legal landscapes evolve.
May 22, 2026
Five Consent Banner Layouts, Including the New Compact Widget
Usercentrics CMP now supports five consent banner layout formats, from full-screen overlays to the new compact Widget. Each is designed for a different site experience while running on the same compliance engine. Learn when to use each format and how to configure them for EU and U.S. audiences.
May 21, 2026
Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA): An Overview
The Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA) gives Texas residents rights over their personal data, including the right to access, correct, delete, and opt out of its sale or use in targeted advertising. Businesses operating in Texas should understand what the law requires and how to meet those obligations.
May 21, 2026
California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA): An Overview
Originally a 1967 wiretapping law, CIPA is now central to a surge of U.S. privacy litigation targeting websites that deploy cookies, pixels, and session replay tools without prior user consent. We look at CIPA’s legal framework, key sections, how it differs from the CCPA, compliance, penalties, and how a consent management platform can reduce exposure.
May 20, 2026
The Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) Explained: Key Points and Implications
The Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act was the second US state-level privacy law passed, in effect from January 1, 2023. It establishes consumers’ rights and companies’ responsibilities, and has been influential over subsequent data privacy laws passed in other states.
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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