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If your website collects data from visitors, you’ll need to comply with cookie laws and privacy regulations. However, becoming cookie-compliant doesn’t have to be challenging if you follow the right steps.

Data brokers obtain personal data from a wide variety of sources, aggregate and analyze it, and sell it to many companies, agencies, and industries. The business is highly lucrative. We look at what data gets collected, from where, how it’s used and monetized, and what laws regulate this industry.

Canada’s data privacy law has been active since 2000, through big changes in digital markets and business and personal reliance on the internet. PIPEDA has been updated multiple times, and is again due for an overhaul. Learn about PIPEDA compliance requirements, the 10 Fair Information Principles, and more.

A GDPR audit is necessary to ensure that your company is compliant with the requirements of the GDPR. During a compliance audit, you’ll review your company’s data processing activities and identify any areas of non-compliance.

The IAB Transparency and Consent Framework (IAB TCF v2.2) is the standard to enable GDPR and ePrivacy compliance in digital advertising and has become required by Google in Europe. This guide explains its evolution, key updates, compliance requirements, and why choosing an IAB-approved consent management platform (CMP) supports both trust and growth.

Starting October 31, 2025, Microsoft Clarity will begin enforcing consent signal requirements for visitors from the EEA, UK, and Switzerland. This aligns with recent industry standards, such as Google Consent Mode and Microsoft UET Consent Mode. This update highlights the growing importance of privacy-compliant data tracking and consent management across major analytics and advertising platforms.

Wondering what GDPR compliance really costs in 2025? This guide breaks down typical expenses, from software and training to legal fees and fines, so you can budget effectively, avoid surprises, and stay compliant without overspending.

A well-run data privacy program helps keep your organization privacy-compliant, efficient, and trusted. It’s not just about regulatory requirements; it’s about showing users their data is safe with you.