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ePrivacy Directive

Privacy

GDPR Consent Cookie Cookie Consent

EU rules about cookies and electronic communications.

Definition

The ePrivacy Directive is an EU law framework covering privacy in electronic communications, including rules about cookies and tracking.

In plain English EU rules about cookies and electronic communications.

Why this matters

Why it matters: It affects how websites ask for cookie consent and limits certain tracking and communications practices.

Example

Example: A site asks permission before setting non‑essential cookies.