Cookie Law

/ˈkʊki lɔː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A set of legal rules regulating the collection and use of cookie data on websites to protect user privacy, often requiring informed consent.
    The website updated its interface to comply with the Cookie Law by obtaining user consent before placing tracking cookies.

Forms

  • cookie laws

Commentary

The term 'Cookie Law' is often used colloquially to refer to regulations like the ePrivacy Directive cookie consent requirements within broader data protection frameworks.

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