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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.
Aug 28, 2024
Achieve privacy compliance with just a few clicks in the Google Ads, Analytics, or Tag Manager UI – certified CMP with consent mode
Easily implement Usercentrics CMP with just a few clicks from your Google Ads, Analytics, or Tag Manager account. Seamlessly signal consent information to Google servers to maintain access to the full functionality of Google Ads, Analytics, and more. Read on to learn how.
Aug 22, 2024
Understanding cookie policies: Why they matter for your website
A cookie policy outlines the cookies used on a website, their purposes, and how users can manage them, ensuring transparency and compliance. It can be included in a privacy policy or a separate document, but is an important part of the notification requirement for data privacy laws.
Aug 21, 2024
Understanding data privacy vs data security: Key differences explained
Let’s talk about data privacy and security. What are their differences, the goals of the policies and activities, the best practices, and the methods for implementing them?
Aug 19, 2024
Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA) – an overview
The Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA) takes effect on July 31, 2025, establishing new standards for data privacy and consumer protection in the state. Businesses preparing for compliance must understand the key provisions and implications for consumer rights to ensure a smooth transition.
Aug 16, 2024
Learn about the GDPR and marketing in 2024
Navigating the complexities of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and maintaining compliance with evolving regulations can be tricky. Use our guide to meet GDPR requirements and protect your marketing campaigns and revenue.
Aug 15, 2024
The Best CCPA Compliance Tools for 2025: Our Top Picks
Achieving and maintaining CCPA compliance shouldn’t take resources away from your core business. Find out which tool can help you meet your privacy compliance requirements.
Aug 14, 2024
The 6 Best Compliance Management Software and Tools to Simplify Your Compliance Process
Keeping up with new compliance standards and privacy regulations can be challenging, especially when you’re working to grow your core business or don’t have the resources for a dedicated legal team. Use one of these tools to help streamline compliance management.
Aug 14, 2024
Guide to Global Privacy Control and universal opt outs
Global Privacy Control is an initiative to give users control over their personal data online and standardize communication of consent choices. It is one type of universal opt-out mechanism to record and signal data privacy preferences for the use, sale, or sharing of users’ data.
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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