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Can I collect cookie information from participants in New Jersey? What are the requirements?
Collecting Cookie Information from Participants in New Jersey
According to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), website operators must obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting personal information from children under the age of 13. Personal information includes persistent identifiers such as cookies, GUIDs, IP addresses, or other passive information collection technologies [2]([2]).
For adults, New Jersey does not have specific laws regarding the collection of cookie information. However, website operators must comply with the state’s data privacy laws, which require businesses to protect the personal information of their customers [5]([5]).
If you are collecting cookie information from participants in New Jersey, you must provide a clear and conspicuous privacy policy that discloses the types of information you collect, how you use it, and with whom you share it. You must also provide individuals with the ability to opt-out of the collection of their personal information [2]([2]).
It is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to ensure that your data collection practices comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Requirements for Collecting Cookie Information in New Jersey
As mentioned above, website operators must comply with New Jersey’s data privacy laws, which require businesses to protect the personal information of their customers [5]([5]). This includes the collection of cookie information.
In addition to providing a clear and conspicuous privacy policy and an opt-out mechanism, website operators must also implement reasonable security measures to protect the personal information they collect [4]([4]).
If you are a business operating in New Jersey, you must register with the state and comply with all applicable tax laws [3]([3]).
It is important to note that this response is not intended to be legal advice. We recommend that you consult with a legal professional to ensure that your data collection practices comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Source(s):
- [2] Complying with COPPA: Frequently Asked Questions | Federal …
- [3] Tax Topic Bulletin S&U-4, New Jersey Sales Tax Guide
- [4] Health Insurance Marketplace ® Privacy Policy
- [5] NJDOE Data Security and Privacy Policy
Jurisdiction
New Jersey