Belgian DPA Releases Guidance Materials and FAQs on Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies

On April 9, 2020, the Belgian Data Protection Authority  released guidance and a set of frequently asked questions regarding the use of cookies and other tracking technologies.

Main elements regarding use of cookies and other tracking technologies, in accordance with FAQs, are: transparency (users must be informed about the use of cookies), consent (consent should be obtained for the use of all non-essential cookies) and cookie lifespan (the lifespan of a cookie must be limited to what is necessary to achieve the cookie’s purpose and cookies should not have an unlimited lifespan).

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