Privacy

What is Tag Governance (and Why Should a CFO Care)?

The Silent Risk in Your MarTech Stack In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of business, and marketing technology (MarTech) is the circulatory system. But what happens when that system is compromised? Most companies are flying blind to a significant, unmanaged risk: poor tag governance. For a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this isn’t just […]

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How E-Commerce Brands Can Use Privacy-Safe Personalization to Boost Conversion Rates in 2025

The digital marketplace of 2025 is a transformed landscape. Consumers are more guarded about their data than ever before, and regulators are enforcing privacy with unprecedented rigor. For e-commerce brands, the old playbook of personalization—often reliant on invasive, third-party cookie tracking—is not just becoming obsolete; it’s becoming a liability. However, the demand for personalized shopping […]

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3 Steps to Check if Your CMP Actually Blocks Tags

You’ve invested in a Consent Management Platform (CMP). The banner shows up, the buttons work, and you assume you’re respecting user privacy and complying with regulations like GDPR and CCPA. But what if you’re not? Many CMPs are nothing more than “consent theater.” They provide the appearance of choice without actually preventing tracking tags from […]

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How to Verify Your CMP Actually Blocks Tags (3-Min Check + Automated Re-Runs)

Is your Consent Management Platform (CMP) actually doing its job? You’ve installed it, configured the banner, and assume you’re compliant. But a shocking number of CMPs are misconfigured, firing analytics and advertising tags before the user ever gives consent. This isn’t just a compliance risk; it’s a fundamental breach of user trust that can lead […]

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CMP vs. Tag Manager: Who Actually Blocks Your Tags (and How to Verify It)

You installed a Consent Management Platform (CMP). Your privacy banner is live, and you’re collecting user consent. Your compliance checklist is complete, right? Not so fast. A shocking number of businesses have a CMP that appears to work, but their marketing and analytics tags are still firing before a user gives consent. This silent failure […]

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Are Companies Ignoring Consumer Privacy Opt-Out Requests?

Introduction In an era where personal data has become a valuable commodity, the protection of consumer privacy is paramount. State privacy laws have introduced opt-out provisions, enabling individuals to prevent companies from selling or sharing their personal information. However, recent findings suggest that many companies may not be honoring these requests, raising concerns about the […]

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Navigating the Extended Timeline: Google’s 2025 Third-Party Cookie Phase-Out and Its Implications for Marketers

The repeated postponements of Google’s phase-out of third-party cookies, now targeting early 2025, signal not just a temporary reprieve but underscore a pressing call to action for marketers to evolve their strategies amidst these shifting timelines. This latest delay, largely influenced by regulatory scrutiny and the need for more robust testing of alternative technologies, offers […]

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Google Sets Privacy Precedent: Third-Party Cookie Restrictions for Chrome Users in 2024

Digital Privacy In an important development within the digital privacy landscape, Google has commenced the restriction of third-party cookies by default for 1% of Chrome users, a move announced as of January 4, 2024. This initiative is part of Google’s broader Privacy Sandbox project, aiming to enhance user privacy while maintaining web functionalities. The gradual […]

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