Can I avoid tracking unique users or website visitors in Texas? What are the requirements?

To avoid tracking unique users or website visitors in Texas, you must comply with the requirements of the Texas Online Privacy Protection Act (TX OPPA) ^[1.1]. The TX OPPA requires website operators to conspicuously post a privacy policy that discloses the types of personal information collected from users and how that information is used and shared ^[1.1]. The policy must also disclose whether third parties collect information through the website and how users can review and request changes to their personal information ^[1.1]. Additionally, the policy must disclose how the website operator responds to “do not track” signals or similar mechanisms that allow users to opt-out of tracking ^[1.1].

If you are collecting personal information from children under the age of 13, you must comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) ^[1.1]. COPPA requires website operators to obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting personal information from children under 13 ^[1.1].

It is important to note that the TX OPPA does not apply to all websites. The law only applies to websites that collect personal information from Texas residents ^[1.1].

In summary, to avoid tracking unique users or website visitors in Texas, you must comply with the TX OPPA by posting a privacy policy that discloses the types of personal information collected, how that information is used and shared, and how users can opt-out of tracking. If you are collecting personal information from children under 13, you must also comply with COPPA.

Source(s):

• [1.1] Registration of Visitors

Jurisdiction

Texas

• Privacy