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[WIP/BETA] EU cookie law
Arantor:
While I fully understand the sentiments behind those who 'don't care' about this law, there is one thing that does annoy the *** out of me about people who seem to share that line: and that's that they're not willing to take some responsibility for the privacy of their users.
Whether you have to do this or not, is it not a good idea to say up front that you have cookies and what the cookies do? Im particular, if you use Analytics, do you not think it prudent to tell your users that you are using a system known for tracking users *across sites* that might risk their privacy?
I am not yet compliant on any of my sites, however I am taking steps towards compliance, and I'm actively looking at taking out the cookies I have where not actually required, because that doesn't just make my life easier, I'm taking responsibility about what my sites do to/for my users.
* Arantor is not saying anyone in particular is or is not following this attitude, but the two have shown to go hand in hand.
I wonder how many people would be so 'rebellious' if they weren't using Analytics or Adsense, the two biggest reasons why this came into effect.
Oh, and you won't get anything from a lawyer on it. If your site is the victim of a complaint, it will not be from a lawyer but the governing body in your region, in the UK that is the Information Commissioner's Office.
feline:
--- Quote from: Arantor on June 25, 2012, 04:47:58 PM ---Whether you have to do this or not, is it not a good idea to say up front that you have cookies and what the cookies do? Im particular, if you use Analytics, do you not think it prudent to tell your users that you are using a system known for tracking users *across sites* that might risk their privacy?
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I think it's good, right and IMPORTANT to tell our users which cookies we use and for what they are used.
Not only because it is a law, but also because it is fairly easy ...
FrizzleFried:
My site is a private invite only site... 8)
;)
Arantor:
--- Quote ---My site is a private invite only site...
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In which case the registration agreement covers you.
--- Quote ---I think it's good, right and IMPORTANT to tell our users which cookies we use and for what they are used.
Not only because it is a law, but also because it is fairly easy ...
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You have no idea how few people actually agree with that sentiment, however :/
Johanvd:
I am trying this mod on a test forum to see if it blocks all cookies.
It does block most cookies, but not all!
Embedded pictures from imageshack, photobucket and probably other sites try to set a cookie.
Embedded video's from youtube or vimeo also try to set cookies.
Is there any way to fix this?
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