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Privacy and Data Privacy News for July 2024

It’s been a busy month for privacy. We interviewed Mary Engle, the Executive President of Policy at BBB National Programs on Privacy Lawls. During the podcast episode, we discussed the privacy harms …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

Considerations when onboarding new clients

Compliance considerations for web agencies when onboarding new clients

For web designers, finding clients is one thing. Finding clients worth taking on is a whole different story. A potential client could have been in legal trouble in the past, committed fraud, …
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Hans Skillrud

Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act Compliance Guide

Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act Compliance Guide

On May 24, 2024, the Governor of Minnesota signed MN HF 4757, enacting the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA), a comprehensive state privacy law that will go into effect on July …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

CIPA and CPRA cookie banner requirements

CIPA and CPRA cookie consent banner requirements 

A cookie consent banner is a very frequent feature of business websites as it allows website owners to comply with applicable privacy laws by enabling individuals to opt in or out of …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

Are Privacy Policy Generators Legit?

Are Privacy Policy generators legit? 

If you own a website that collects Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such as names, emails, phone numbers or IP addresses, you are probably aware of the fact that your website needs to …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

Maryland Online Data Privacy Act of 2024 Compliance Guide

Maryland Online Data Privacy Act of 2024 Compliance Guide 

On May 9, 2024, the Governor of Maryland signed MD SB541, enacting the Maryland Online Data Privacy Act of 2024. This law will go into effect on October 1, 2025 and will …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

Are agencies responsible for Privacy Policy?

Should web designers handle their clients’ Privacy Policies? 

Most web designers serve as a “go to” person for all of their clients’ questions regarding websites, from which colors look good to installing website analytics and similar tools. If you are …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

Privacy News for May 2024

Privacy and Data Protection News for May 2024

Two new privacy laws were signed into law (Kentucky and Nebraska) and a federal privacy bill has been proposed as well, making this an interesting month in privacy. We also interviewed Michael …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

naming your web agency with the law in mind

How to Name Your Web Agency (with the law in mind)

Congratulations! You’ve got a beautiful, baby agency! Just like with a real baby, it’s time to give it a name… and, just like with a real baby, try not to mess it …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

Nebraska Data Privacy Act LB 1074 Compliance Guide

Nebraska Data Privacy Act Compliance Guide 

On April 17, 2024, the Governor of Nebraska signed NE LB1074, enacting the Nebraska Data Privacy Act. This comprehensive privacy law will go into effect on January 1, 2025 and will provide …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

Example of a Do Not Share My Personal Information Page

Example of a “Do Not Share My Personal Information” page 

If you are a business that needs to comply with the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), you may be aware of the requirement to have a page on your website titled “Do …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud

Example of a Limit The Use of My Sensitive Personal Information Page

Example “Limit The Use Of My Sensitive Personal Information” page 

If you are a business that needs to comply with the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), you may be aware of the requirement to have a page on your website titled “Limit …
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Donata Stroink-Skillrud