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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.
Jun 29, 2023
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act (INCDPA): An Overview
The Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act is the seventh state-level data privacy law passed in the United States, signed into law May 1, 2023.
Jun 28, 2023
Playing with privacy: why in-game consent is key to ad compliance
Emphasizing the value of player consent in mobile game advertising. New findings indicate that addressing consent boosts both ad compliance and player engagement. The downfall of disregarding consent, the impact on ARPU, and the way forward for developers—it’s all about transparency.
Jun 28, 2023
Ensuring games compliance: 6 things that every developer needs to do
From data protection and privacy laws to accessibility and inclusion regulations—there’s lots to keep in mind when developing and distributing mobile games and apps. Failure to comply with the industry laws, regulations, and standards can result in hefty fines and reduced user trust.
Jun 21, 2023
Tennessee Information Protection Act (TIPA): An Overview
The Tennessee Information Protection Act is the eighth state-level data privacy law passed in the United States, signed into law the same day as Montana’s.
Jun 7, 2023
Online safety laws vs privacy – it’s all kicking off in the UK
The UK’s Online Safety Bill, aiming to increase user safety on social media, is causing concern among app developers over potential privacy breaches and the undermining of encryption. Major messaging app leaders threaten to withdraw from the UK unless the bill is revised.
Jun 1, 2023
Google I/O was big on privacy. So what do app developers need to know?
Google I/O underscored the tech world’s privacy focus. Google, once a simple search engine, now protects sensitive user data with innovations like passkeys and app user protections. What should app developers be aware of?
May 31, 2023
California’s Privacy Scrutiny: What Should App Publishers Prepare For?
California regulators have set their sights on mobile app compliance with CCPA in 2023, and app makers with users in the Golden State need to be prepared. In this article, we cover what legislators are looking at and how you can turn this threat into an opportunity with optimized consent management.
May 30, 2023
Why GDPR and CCPA noncompliance could mean game-over for app makers
App makers around the globe need to ensure compliance with GDPR and CCPA to avoid hefty fines, reduced user trust, missed marketing opportunities, and, ultimately, lost revenue. We’re diving deeper into what’s at risk and how you can ensure you’re always optimizing your revenue opportunities.
May 25, 2023
Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act (ICDPA): An Overview
The Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act is the sixth state-level data privacy law passed in the United States and like Utah’s is considered quite “business-friendly”.
May 17, 2023
Usercentrics is certified for Google’s new CMP requirement for publishers
Usercentrics certified by Google for a new requirement for publishers utilizing Google services. They will now have to use a certified CMP when serving ads in the EEA and UK.
Mar 8, 2023
Nevada Privacy of Information Collected on the Internet from Consumers Act (NPICICA) and Amendment SB-260: An Overview
The NPICICA precedes California’s data privacy laws and is more specific to data privacy on websites and other online properties.
Feb 16, 2023
French Data Protection Authority CNIL fines Voodoo and Apple Distribution International millions for app consent violations
French Data Protection Authority CNIL fines Voodoo and Apple Distribution International millions for app consent violations
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.
Our picks of the 6 top CookieYes alternatives for consent management in 2024
Apr 18, 2023
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