Can I use cookies on my website in Alabama? What are the requirements?

Requirements for Using Cookies on a Website in Alabama

If you want to use cookies on your website in Alabama, you must comply with the state’s privacy laws. Alabama has not enacted any specific laws regarding the use of cookies, but you must comply with federal laws, such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) if you collect personal information from users in Alabama.

Under COPPA, if your website is directed to children under the age of 13, you must obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting any personal information from them. The GDPR requires that you obtain explicit consent from users before collecting any personal data from them, including through the use of cookies.

Additionally, you must provide users with clear and concise information about the types of cookies you use, how you use them, and how users can opt-out of their use. You should also provide a link to your website’s privacy policy, which should include information about your use of cookies.

Jurisdiction

Alabama

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