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Aug 4, 2024
What is a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) and do you need them for U.S. data privacy 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 U.S. privacy 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.
Jan 19, 2024
Google’s March deadline for privacy compliance: CMPs, Consent Mode and ensuring continued advertising
Google’s March deadline for advertiser requirements in EEA is coming fast, as reinforced by their latest help center article. Learn why you need a Google-certified consent management platform (CMP) supporting Google Consent Mode and how it’ll help protect your ad revenue in 2024 and beyond.
Jan 16, 2024
What is the Google EU user consent policy?
Google’s EU user consent policy sets the foundation for responsible data handling in digital advertising. We explore how websites that have received a noncompliance notice from Google can use a Consent Management Platform (CMP) to enable compliance and avoid suspension from Google’s platforms.
Jan 12, 2024
Zero-party, first-party, second-party, and third-party data: Key differences and how to leverage them
Data is critical for business, but which data? Regulation, consumer awareness and technology are bringing evolution to data privacy and strategy and signaling a shift away from third-party data use.
Jan 5, 2024
Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act (DPDPA): An Overview
The Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act is the twelfth state-level data privacy law passed in the United States. It’s considered one of the more consumer-friendly state-level data privacy laws. The DPDPA was signed by Delaware’’s governor on September 11, 2023 and comes into effect January 1, 2025.
Jan 5, 2024
AdMob for Games: The ultimate guide to increasing mobile game monetization with user consent
Are you a mobile game developer looking to maximize your game’s revenue? The answer lies in AdMob for Games. Explore our guide to learn how to leverage AdMob to increase your mobile game monetization while achieving and maintaining compliance with data protection regulations. So, ready player one?
Jan 3, 2024
Web development in the era of the Digital Markets Act (DMA): Adapting to changing privacy regulations
There are exciting opportunities ahead for web developers who adapt to the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Learn about the role of web developers in enabling DMA compliance for clients, and how Usercentrics can equip you with the tools and resources you need.
Jan 3, 2024
AI and data privacy: What do US President Biden’s Executive Order and the EDPS resolution on generative AI bring to the table?
What’s the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on data protection and user privacy online? We delve into US President Biden’s Executive Order on safer AI and the European Data Protection Supervisor’s (EDPS) General Privacy Agreement (GPA) resolution on generative AI.
Jan 3, 2024
Data privacy regulation in 2024: what we’re watching
Data privacy saw a lot of change and advancement in 2023. More regulations, more requirements from businesses and more consumer expectations. There is unprecedented opportunity for innovation and 2024 promises that change will accelerate even faster. Let’s look at what to expect in data privacy.
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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