How CookieHub supports GDPR compliance


The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requires businesses to obtain clear and informed consent before processing personal data. CookieHub provides tools that help businesses manage user consent in a transparent and compliant way while meeting GDPR obligations.

Managing user consent

GDPR mandates explicit consent before processing personal data. CookieHub makes this possible by offering:

  • Customizable consent banners: Businesses can design consent banners that match their website and clearly communicate data collection practices.
  • Granular consent options: Users can grant or deny consent for specific categories such as Necessary, Analytics, and Marketing, ensuring consent is clear and specific.
  • Withdrawal of consent: Users can change or withdraw consent at any time through the preference center.

Transparency and control

GDPR requires clear communication about how data is collected and processed. CookieHub supports this by providing:

  • Detailed descriptions: Each category and service can be described in plain language, helping users understand their purpose.
  • Clear communication: CookieHub allows customization of cookie notices to explain third-party services and data practices.

Limiting data collection

To comply with GDPR’s data minimization principle, CookieHub:

  • Collects only the data necessary to manage user consent.
  • Supports anonymization of IP addresses where applicable, reducing privacy risks.

Record-keeping for consent

GDPR requires businesses to maintain proof of consent. CookieHub enables this through:

  • Consent logging: Records consent decisions securely, including date, time, and preferences.
  • Retention controls: Businesses can define how long consent logs are stored to meet compliance and retention guidelines.

Supporting user rights

GDPR grants rights such as access, correction, and deletion of data. CookieHub supports these rights by:

  • Allowing businesses to delete consent logs if a user requests erasure (right to be forgotten).
  • Providing access to consent records upon request.

Data security

CookieHub ensures user consent data is protected through:

  • Encryption of all data in transit and at rest.
  • A secure infrastructure designed to prevent unauthorized access.

Data retention policies

Businesses can configure how long consent logs are stored, ensuring compliance with GDPR’s requirement to avoid storing personal data longer than necessary.

Global and EU-only data storage options

CookieHub provides flexible storage:

  • Global storage in secure data centers for performance and scalability.
  • EU-only storage for businesses that require data to remain within the European Union.