It is indispensable for any Web site: a thoughtful and legal privacy policy. A privacy policy is not only a legal requirement, it also shows that you take your users' personal data and privacy extremely seriously. Your privacy policy should indicate transparently and in understandable language how you collect, use, protect and process the data collected from your visitors. In this blog, we tell you what steps you need to include in getting your website's privacy policy right.
Our website privacy policy
At 2manydots, we understand the importance of privacy policies. Our privacy policy is designed to be fully compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a legal basis designed to protect the privacy of individuals. We believe that every website should have a tailored and fully compliant privacy policy. This is key to building trust and engagement with your users while meeting your legal obligations.
How customer data is managed in WordPress
In WordPress, we manage customer data in a very structured way. We clearly explain how an IP address and other personally identifiable information are collected, used and stored. We are also keen on ensuring the security of this data and apply strict security measures to ensure it is not shared with third parties and falls into the wrong hands. Below you can read about some of the security measures we apply and how data is used.
Cookie Notice
A cookie notice is a crucial part of the privacy policy. When users visit our website, they are immediately informed of the use of cookies. We ask the visitor's permission before we place them and give them the opportunity to change these settings at any time. Importantly, we require users to actively consent to the use of cookies, rather than giving implied consent.
Privacy Statement
According to the Personal Data Authority, a clear privacy statement is mandatory. Our privacy statement is designed to explain in an understandable way how we process data, what data we collect, why we collect it, how long we keep it, and whether it is shared with third parties. We strive to present this information as clearly as possible so that our users know exactly where they stand.
SSL Certificate
An SSL certificate is a technology that establishes a secure connection between the website's server and the visitor's browser. This ensures that all data exchanged between the website and the user remains encrypted and secure. At 2manydots, we use SSL certificates to ensure that all data collected is stored and processed in a secure manner.
Processor Agreement
A processor agreement is legally required documentation between a data controller (often a company or organization that processes personal data) and a data processor (an entity that processes privacy-sensitive data on behalf of the controller). This agreement is highly relevant in the context of AVG. We see a processor agreement as a crucial step in ensuring user privacy and AVG compliance.
A processor agreement establishes the expectations and requirements of the data controller to the data processor, including the security measures to be taken to protect the data. The data processing must have a legal basis. This agreement also describes how and why the personal data collected will be processed. The processor agreement can also specify how the rights of data subjects (the individuals whose data is being processed) will be safeguarded, such as the right to access, correct, and delete. These rights should be clearly communicated in the privacy policy.
Is your website completely AVG-proof
Having a fully AVG-proof website is not only a legal requirement, but it's also crucial for building trust with your visitors. At 2manydots, we can help you fully AVG-proof your website. We do this by analyzing your current policies, identifying any gaps, and ensuring that you are compliant with all the requirements of the AVG.
AVG checklist
2manydots is an expert on WordPress and privacy. We have years of experience helping clients with their WordPress websites, and we understand the complexities of complying with privacy laws. We'll help you make sure your website is not only user-friendly and attractive, but also fully compliant with the AVG. To make it a little easier for you to get started with your website's privacy policy, we've created an AVG checklist. Click here and read our AVG Checklist.
Choose WordPress experts
2manydots is an expert on WordPress and privacy. We have years of experience helping clients with their WordPress websites, and we understand the complexities of complying with privacy laws. Together with our partners who specialize in website privacy policies, we help you ensure that your website is not only user-friendly and attractive, but also fully compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation.
Questions about the privacy of your website?
Do you have questions about the privacy of your website? Or are you not sure if your website is fully AVG-proof? Then read our privacy statement here or contact 2manydots. We can help you ensure that your website meets all legal requirements and that your visitors' privacy is protected. Protect your visitors' privacy, build trust and grow your business with 2manydots.