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A2P 10DLC Compliance

A2P 10DLC is short for Application-to-Person 10-digit long code. It's a communication channel that allows businesses to send A2P messages to U.S. phone numbers using local 10-digit phone numbers. A2P 10DLC was introduced by major U.S. mobile carriers in 2021. The primary goal is to ensure that business-to-customer messages through regular...

CIPT Data Privacy Certificate: What it is and How to Get it

The Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) Data Privacy Certificate is a professional accreditation that allows industry professionals to further their understanding of privacy and technology. With the CIPT Data Privacy Certification, individuals can improve their knowledge of privacy technology and make themselves more attractive in the job market. Data privacy is a...

Privacy Policy for Travel Websites

If you run a travel website, you will legally need to have and post a compliant Privacy Policy. This is because privacy laws require a Privacy Policy when personal information is collected, and your travel website is likely collecting a variety of personal information. This article will explore why your travel...

Website Tracking Legal Guide: How to Legally Track User Data

Online businesses use website tracking to personalize their content and services for clients who might be interested in them. However, this isn't always favored by the people being tracked. Some online users take issue with people/companies collecting their data to use without their consent. Online businesses that collect this data to...

Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)

If your business is based in Thailand or you collect personal data belonging to Thai residents, you must comply with Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA). Enacted in 2019 and in full force since June 2022, the PDPA gives Thai persons significant control over how businesses process, use, and collect...

Do Essential Cookies Require Cookie Consent and Cookie Notice?

Any businesses that use essential cookies on their websites should understand what a Cookie Notice is and when cookie consent is required. While essential cookies do not require cookie consent, there are a number of reasons why you should still have a cookie consent mechanism on your website. This article explains...