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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.
Aug 16, 2023
What is the best protection method for sharing PII?
Companies collect consumers’ data to improve user experiences, target advertising, and more. When organizations obtain and share personally identifiable information (PII) in the course of business operations, they have to ensure that it’s protected.
Aug 10, 2023
Exciting Product Updates: Simplified app setup with a new powerful SDK scanner
We are delighted to announce the launch of our SDK scanner for Mobile Apps, a feature designed to streamline CMP configuration, saving time for developers, legal and marketing teams.
Aug 2, 2023
What is the maximum fine related to GDPR violations?
GDPR fines make headlines because of high dollar values involved. We look at why companies may get fined, who enforces the GDPR, who is responsible for compliance, and how companies can protect themselves against violations.
Jul 28, 2023
Understanding the Florida Digital Bill of Rights (FDBR): A complete overview
The Florida Digital Bill of Rights is the tenth state-level data privacy law passed in the United States, with a critical focus on online social media platforms and the protection of children.
Jul 27, 2023
Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA): An Overview
The Texas Data Privacy and Security Act is the eleventh comprehensive state-level data privacy law passed in the United States, signed into law within days of Florida’s regulation.
Jul 25, 2023
How does the GDPR affect B2B sales?
GDPR compliance applies to personal data used for B2B sales and marketing operations just as it does to B2C operations. It’s as important to build trust with partners as with customers. We look at how the GDPR affects the B2B outbound sales process and how organizations can achieve compliance.
Jul 21, 2023
Switzerland’s Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP)
Switzerland’s new FADP replaces the previous 30-year-old data privacy act, bringing it up to date with new technologies and giving Swiss citizens new rights.
Jul 18, 2023
Guide to the EU AI Act
The EU AI Act was adopted in March 2024, making it the world’s first comprehensive AI regulation. It has become influential on future AI legislation around the world. Usercentrics delves into what the EU AI regulation includes, who it affects, and what it means for 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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