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Privacy Policy FAQ

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What is a Privacy Policy?

A Privacy Policy is an agreement between you and a user regarding how you’ll handle the user’s personal data.

The Privacy Policy describes the type of data you collect, how you collect it, and if you share any of that personal information with other parties.

Privacy Policy FAQ ?


There are three reasons you need a Privacy Policy.

Why do I need a Privacy Policy?



By outlining the type of personal information you require and describing how you use it, potential users can make an informed decision on whether the risks of sharing their information are worth the benefits of your website/app.

Why do I need a Privacy Policy ?

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When you have well-defined terms and circumstances defined in a Privacy Policy, users cannot claim you used their information without consent.


2


There are countries where your product may be purchased or downloaded that require a Privacy Policy before you request a name or credit card number.


3


Canada, the U.K., and Australia, plus most countries around the world, all require a Privacy Policy.

Which countries requires a Privacy Policy?



Which laws should I be aware of when considering my Privacy Policy?


In the US, California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA) and Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

Which laws should I be aware of when considering my Privacy Policy ?

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In Canada, Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).


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In the UK, Data Protection Act of 1998 (DPA).


3


In Australia, Privacy Act of 1998.


4


That’s not recommended. Email addresses fall under personal information in current legislation on user data, all which require a Privacy Policy for collecting email addresses.

Can I request an email address without a Privacy Policy?



Where should I post the Privacy Policy??


Within your website footer section.

Where should I post the Privacy Policy ?

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As clickwrap.


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As clickwrap, but with a notice.


3


The best way to assure acceptance of the Privacy Policy is through clickwrap as it’s the most direct and active approach.

How do I assure users accept the Privacy Policy?



All Privacy Policies must contain two essential pieces of material:

A description of the type of information you collect The purpose of that collection

How should I write the Privacy Policy?



A Terms & Conditions Agreement (T&C) explains rules, conditions, and requirements regarding the use of your website or app.

What’s the difference between a Privacy Policy and a Terms & Conditions (T&C) Agreement?



Disclaimers address specific types of liability and are usually present in the Terms and Conditions agreement.

The purpose of a disclaimer is to avoid liability due to a user’s misunderstanding.

What’s the difference between a Privacy Policy and a Disclaimer?



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