Online privacy is important to all of us, andit is particularly relevant today, with the implementation of the EuropeanUnion’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This new privacy regulation,applicable in the EU and to any business that has customers there, has a directand immediate effect on how online businesses collect and store data.
THE GDPR & HOW IT AFFECTS YOUR BUSINESS
The GDPR is the new law regulating howpersonal data (everything that can help identify a person) of individuals inthe EU can be collected, used and processed. It takes effect on May 25, 2018,and effects everyone in the EU. According to GDPR, websites need toprotect site visitors’ privacy. This means website owners need to:
- Get consent to collect data.
- Explain how collected data will be used.
- Be able to delete all data collected from sitevisitors, upon request.
How We Help You Comply & BringValue to Your Business
By showing your clients you meet thesenew regulations, you provide a safer, trust-building user experience to yourpotential customers.
WE PROVIDE:
A StandardPrivacy Policy to Boost Site Transparency
The GDPR requires all websites to inform users about the type of data the sitecollects and what this data is used for. We provide a standard privacy policythat can be customised with your website’s specific details.
CustomisedCookie Notification
A new cookie notification lets visitors know your site collects information inthe form of cookies. We also recommend linking a sites cookie notification toits privacy policy.
Free SSLCertificate
We provide a free SSL certificate for HTTPS encryption. This ensures theconnection to your website is secure and cannot be intercepted.
ConsentFields on Contact Forms
According to GDPR, website owners must get consent from site visitors beforecollecting data. To comply with this requirement, we have added an opt-inconsent field in every contact form on your site.
PersonalData Deletion
The GDPR requires that if a sitevisitor requests to have their personal data deleted, the website owner must doso without delay. We can enable you to manage and delete all of a visitor’spersonal data that was submitted through website contact forms.
Your GDPR Checklist
- Activate acustomised Privacy Policy
- Enable opt-inconsent on all Contact Forms
- Activate a CookieNotification
- Set up your SSLCertificate
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May 20, 2018
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