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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Apr 12, 2022
Artificial intelligence (AI) and data privacy
Businesses use artificial intelligence for data analysis to improve predictions and decisions. This brings security responsibilities and data privacy opportunities.
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Apr 11, 2022
German Data Protection Officer calls for Google to offer “reject all” cookie consent option
Hamburg Data Protection Officer calls for Google to fix unequal access to consent and enable a “reject all” option for personal data processing.
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Feb 16, 2022
How Server-side tracking and consent management creates harmony between privacy and data
Managing user consent is no longer just an in-browser discipline. Evolving technology and legislation require brands to consider new consent management approaches.
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Feb 15, 2022
Google Introduces Topics to replace the controversial Federated Learning of Cohorts
Google has canceled plans to replace third-party cookies with their Federated Learning of Cohorts (FLoC). Instead, its new proposed model is Topics.
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Feb 11, 2022
Monthly Product Update – new year, new features!
Read on to learn about our new apps plan and mobile SDK features, as well as updates on everything from our tech partners to CMP performance.
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Feb 8, 2022
How to check if your app is compliant with privacy regulations
Usercentrics’ Mobile Apps SDK helps app developers achieve compliance and build trust when requesting and processing users’ data.
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Dec 17, 2021
What are dark patterns and how do they affect consent?
With more privacy laws in place around the world, use of dark patterns and similar manipulative design techniques is increasingly risky.
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Dec 2, 2021
Monthly Product Update – getting the most from apps and advanced formatting
Apps SDK v2.0 has great new features. Find out today if your plan includes our Mobile SDKs.
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Nov 18, 2021
The Telecommunications Telemedia Data Protection Act (TTDPA): what’s changed for companies
As of December 2021, a new data protection law with an expanded scope will apply to companies in or operating in Germany.
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Nov 6, 2021
Browser UI – How to migrate from Consent Management Platform v1 to v2
Ongoing optimizations and great new features of our CMP are in version 2. We’ve answered common questions about migrating.
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Nov 4, 2021
Monthly Product Update – embracing platforms and all users’ needs
Accessibility certification, a new Adobe extension, and mobile plans for all your needs!
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Nov 4, 2021
The Future of Privacy: Why Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and data protection can only go hand in hand
Learn how you can work towards Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) targets by implementing the right privacy strategy within your firm.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.