Can I collect cookie information from participants in Washington? What are the requirements?

Collecting Cookie Information from Participants in Washington

In Washington, the collection of cookie information from participants is subject to the state’s privacy laws. The Washington Privacy Act (WPA) ^[1.1] requires businesses to provide clear and conspicuous notice to individuals about the collection, use, and sharing of their personal data, including cookie information.

Under the WPA, businesses must obtain opt-in consent from individuals before collecting their personal data, including cookie information. The consent must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous. Additionally, businesses must provide individuals with the right to access, correct, and delete their personal data, including cookie information.

Requirements for Collecting Cookie Information

To collect cookie information from participants in Washington, businesses must comply with the following requirements:

1. Provide clear and conspicuous notice to individuals about the collection, use, and sharing of their personal data, including cookie information.
2. Obtain opt-in consent from individuals before collecting their personal data, including cookie information.
3. Provide individuals with the right to access, correct, and delete their personal data, including cookie information.

It is important to note that the above requirements are not exhaustive and businesses may need to comply with additional state and federal laws.

^[1.1]: WAAC 434-120-015

Source(s):

• [1.1] Certification of participants.

Jurisdiction

Washington

• Privacy