Legal Disclaimer
This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult with a qualified legal professional for specific compliance requirements.
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that applies to organizations processing personal data of EU residents. Non-compliance can result in fines up to €20 million or 4% of annual global revenue.
Cookie Consent Requirements
Prior consent required
Non-essential cookies must not be set until explicit consent is obtained
Freely given consent
Users must have a genuine choice without negative consequences for refusing
Specific consent
Consent must be given for each specific purpose (analytics, marketing, etc.)
Informed consent
Users must be clearly informed about what they're consenting to
Easy withdrawal
Withdrawing consent must be as easy as giving it
Documented consent
You must be able to demonstrate that consent was given
Privacy Policy Requirements
Identity of data controller
Clearly state who is responsible for data processing
Purpose of processing
Explain why each type of cookie is used
Categories of data
List what personal data is collected
Data retention periods
State how long cookies and data are kept
Third-party sharing
Disclose any third parties who receive data
User rights
Inform users of their GDPR rights
Contact information
Provide a way to contact you about privacy concerns
User Rights Under GDPR
- Right to Access - Users can request a copy of their data
- Right to Rectification - Users can correct inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure - Users can request deletion of their data
- Right to Portability - Users can receive their data in a portable format
- Right to Object - Users can object to certain processing activities
How CookieBeam Helps
Automatic Blocking
Cookies are blocked until consent is given, ensuring prior consent compliance
Granular Control
Users can consent to specific categories, meeting the specific consent requirement
Consent Records
All consent decisions are logged with timestamps for documentation
Easy Management
Users can easily change preferences via the persistent settings button