The video’s transcript says: If you own an online store, you’re already busy with SEO, social design, and other aspects that aren’t a needed task on your list. Therefore, I’m going to apologize now for adding another. It’s simply because GDPR is just too crucial to leave out. Welcome, everyone!
The video’s transcript says: If you manage an e-commerce site, you’re already busy with SEO and social design, and you don’t require SEOother items on your to-do list. Therefore, I will apologize immediately for putting one on the list. It’s simply because GDPR is too necessary to leave out.
Welcome everyone to the Oberlo YouTube channel, where we explore everything related to drop shipping and e-commerce. My name is David here today, and we’ll discuss GDPR. Have you heard about it? If not, the odds are that you will shortly.
This video will discuss the specifics of what GDPR is. We’ll also explain what it means to you and your business. We’ll finish by looking at how you can make use of GDPR. Stay tuned to the end to learn how GDPR can help you with an effective marketing instrument.
What Does GDPR Mean?
GDPR is the abbreviation in the sense of General GDPR is short for General Protection Regulation; it’s 50000 words and 88 pages long. We considered it best to take the time to read it all through to make sure there’s no confusion… Is it? I’d already printed it… OK, I guess reading it won’t make for a great YouTube. Let’s say that GDPR is Europe’s most significant new regulation on data protection in effect as of May 2018. It sets out rules on how residents’ data needs to be treated, and in specific ways, it redefines how we conduhowerce online in Europe.
The GDPR document isn’t an IT document not at all. E-commerce is mentioned only once, and that’s in a footnote, and it’s called electronic commerce. GDPR isn’t an online playbook but rather an assertion of fundamental rights. It’s how you’ll get stuff such as: “the processing of personal data should be designed to serve mankind, but while you’re serving mankind, you also need to serve your customers.” Let’s learn more about what GDPR means to you.
Whatever your location, US, Canada, Germany, Japan, wherever GDPR applies to everyone providing products or services to European customers. So, if your e-commerce store is accessible within Europe, it is mandatory to comply with GDPR. Europe is responsible for around 25% of the global GDP, which means it’s not one you should ignore, which means you shouldn’t be ignoring GDPR.
Let’s look at five things every store owner must know about GDPR.
Consent is King
Being GDPR-compliant means you don’t have to assume that users will give you their preferences. For instance, GDPR states that “silence of pre-tick boxes or lack of activity does not constitute consent.
Only Collect Data That You Need
The core of GDPR is safeguarding the privacy of data held by individuals. You can limit your exposure to the new regulations and rules by not storing data you don’t require in the first place. If there’s no commercial worth knowing the company your customer is working for, The GDPR offers an incentive not to inquire. If you’re not planning to use the information and don’t need it, then do not collect it; if you’re planning to use it, you must be very clear on the purpose you intend to utilize the information. For instance, if you look at websites that request the Shopper’s number. The store’s owners must think, “What am I going to do with this person’s phone number?”
There are legitimate reasons to solicit an address, phone number, or email address. It might be to send out SMS-based campaigns or to protect against fraudulent purchases. Shopify’s fraud detection flags purchases when the address of delivery and the IP address are located in different places and then utilizes the number to safeguard the customer and verify their identity. Which is fine as it relates to GDPR. Be sure to clarify this on your conditions of use as well as privacy policies.
Make Everything Clear
Regulators who are responsible for GDPR compliance appreciate transparency. You can place an unsubscribe link on your site next to a subscription or direct visitors to the terms and conditions of your privacy policy in the footer, and putting all of this information out there is one of the easiest methods to shield yourself from any concerns regarding GDPR compliance.
Don’t Do Sneaky Stuff
In the open, anything that is sneaky is not a good idea. For owners of e-commerce stores, the GDPR relates to the simple fact that you shouldn’t be in the dark. If you’re honest, transparent, and implementing the best practices, you won’t be getting regulators at your door.
Keep Selling in Europe
Indeed, the European Union is not trying to stop online retailers. Therefore, even if GDPR appears to be a little old-fashioned and unintentionally stale, it’s not part of an effort to stifle online commerce, which means that you can and should be selling in Europe, particularly in the case of drop shippers. Since European markets have plenty of English users to target with advertisements, delivery via Chinese vendors to European markets is inexpensive and quick. If you want to know more about international drop shipping, go to this YouTube video.
Are There Benefits to Being GDPR-Compliant?
Big time. GDPR isn’t just a set of rules and hassles; it’s also an opportunity of a lifetime. European customers will appreciate them more if you’re GDPR-compliant. Privacy is a major in Europe, and that’s why European businesses from all sectors use data protection and privacy as selling points and store owners can do the same.
For instance, this is the homepage of Edeka, the German grocery chain Edeka. On arrival on the site, you’ll be notified that they utilize cookies and an option to access a Privacy policy webpage. That’s the blue word here that says “Datenschutzhinweisen.” This data privacy stuff is way more significant than the company logo; it’s front and center and huge. Interested customers can also locate an extensive section on cookies in the imprint. It connects to the area of data privacy. Questions about GDPR Compliance are scattered throughout the site. Keep in mind that Edeka isn’t a bank or a government agency but a retailer, and the area is full of information about data privacy. In simple terms, the topic is one of the most important in Europe. Yes, certain countries require businesses to provide specific information about cookies and data protection. However, these websites don’t just collect information; they’re also displaying. This is called marketing.
