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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.
Feb 25, 2025
Mastering web and app accessibility: A guide to WCAG 2.2, inclusive design, and accessibility laws
The Web Accessibility Initiative released its latest recommendations for digital accessibility and inclusive design with the WCAG 2.2. We explore the WCAG requirements and recommendations, what accessibility laws require, and how you can provide better user experience to your full audience.
Feb 25, 2025
Cross-site tracking and data privacy compliance
Cross-site tracking enables you to collect data on customers across multiple websites to personalize the online experience. Explore how to achieve compliance with leading privacy laws and maintain trust while implementing these practices.
Feb 24, 2025
Is Google Analytics 4 GDPR-compliant?
We explain the recent European legal rulings about Google Analytics and GDPR compliance, what Google is doing about it, and how companies can protect data.
Feb 20, 2025
Cloud compliance 101: What you need to know
What is cloud compliance? Here’s what you need to know, including best practices to follow to achieve cloud security compliance with international standards.
Feb 19, 2025
How to achieve privacy-led web personalization
Learn how to meet customer expectations for personalized web experiences while respecting their privacy and preferences. This article covers how web personalization can benefit your brand and how to implement a privacy-first personalization strategy.
Feb 19, 2025
Cross-context behavioral advertising: What you need to know
Cross-context behavioral advertising (CCBA) has transformed marketing, but it has also created complex privacy compliance challenges. This guide explains what CCBA is, its impact on data collection practices, and your legal obligations under laws like the CPRA and GDPR.
Feb 19, 2025
Data mapping: explanation and step-by-step process
Data mapping helps you achieve compliance and improve decision-making after migrating, integrating, transforming, or consolidating data. This guide walks you through the data mapping process to help you effectively chart your data and avoid costly mistakes.
Feb 19, 2025
EU regulators scrutinize DeepSeek for data privacy violations
Chinese AI company DeepSeek has caused a stir with its R1 model. EU regulators are also paying attention and expressing concern over the app’s collection and use of EU residents’ personal data. We look at why data protection authorities are investigating and what action they’re taking.
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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