Global Cookie Consent Laws ↘︎
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Key definitions ↘︎
These definitions are derived from common consent requirements outlined in major global privacy laws and regulations. For a precise understanding of these terms and their associated legal obligations, consult the specific law and guidance relevant to each jurisdiction.
Opt-in Consent
This occurs when the data subject provides explicit agreement before any personal data is collected or processed. It is also known as prior consent.
Opt-out Consent
In this approach, the data subject’s consent is presumed during the collection and processing of their personal data. The data subject is offered the opportunity to opt-out or object to the processing. This is sometimes referred to as implied consent.
Freely-given Consent
Consent is considered freely given if the data subject can decline or withdraw their consent at any time without experiencing any negative consequences. It must be obtained fairly, ensuring the subject faces no disadvantages for refusing consent.
Specific Consent
Consent must be tailored to a particular purpose or data processing activity. If a service involves multiple purposes or processing operations, the data subject must have the option to consent individually to each purpose, rather than being required to accept a bundled agreement.
Informed Consent
The data subject must be fully informed of the potential risks, consequences, and implications of granting or denying consent for the collection and processing of their personal data.
Unambiguous Consent
Consent must be given clearly and explicitly, without ambiguity. It should not be influenced by deceptive designs, manipulative user interfaces, or practices that impair the data subject’s ability to make an informed choice.
Explicit Consent
This type of consent involves a clear, affirmative action or statement by the data subject to confirm their agreement. Explicit consent may be provided through various methods, such as completing an electronic form, sending an email, uploading a signed document, using an electronic signature, or providing oral confirmation. It is also referred to as express consent.
Written Consent
This refers to consent provided in written form, either as a physical document with a handwritten signature or an electronic document with an electronic signature. Some laws may impose additional requirements for written consent. It is also known as consent in writing.
The information contained on this page is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of publication and should not be taken as legal advice.
