fotogestoeberShutterstockBefore launching a website, operators targeting the DACH region should have a legal notice in place—commonly known as an ‘Impressum’. Most websites also require provider identification. Depending on the industry and the website’s content, additional disclosures may be required.…
REDPIXEL.PLShutterstockJust because a photograph or artwork is available to view on the internet, doesn’t mean that you can use it for your own purposes. The creator’s consent and payment for royalties are often required. The rules don’t solely apply to sharing images that don’t belong to you; even if…
AlexeysunShutterstockCookies can be useful, but these small files often raise serious privacy concerns. To protect user privacy, the EU Cookie Law requires that tracking technologies may only be used after obtaining explicit user consent. This opt-in process has been mandatory for several years. This…
Feng YuShutterstockWhether it’s music, photos, or graphics: an engaging website is full of visual elements and multimedia content. But not every website operator has the means to fill their site with their own professional images or music. A good alternative here are works published under a…
Michal KalasekShutterstockIt makes sense for companies to protect their brand as early on as possible. This is how they safeguard themselves and their legal department from any trouble, and stop their competition from profiting from their good image and reputation. It’s also worthwhile for young online…
stefanphotozemunShutterstockEver wondered why products never have the same shape and ornamentation, even when it comes to everyday items like toilet paper or bottles of beer? The answer lies in design right and registration. Though the UK’s independent body for copyright and design, the Intellectual…
zimmytwsShutterstockThe internet never forgets – is it always true? In some cases, search engines are obliged to grant users permission to delete defamatory search results. If Google displays personal data that is outdated or of no interest to the public, users can request the search engine to…
jijomathaidesignersShutterstockFor some years, the Privacy Shield has regulated the transfer of personal data from the EU to the US. But in July 2020, the Court of Justice for the European Union (CJEU) invalidated the Privacy Shield. For many companies, the end of the privacy agreement came as a complete…
ChinnapongshutterstockThe internet of things (IoT) is driving digital change. Smart household appliances and self-driving cars are already available. More and more everyday devices are being connected to form a comprehensive network that will eventually penetrate all areas of life. The 5G mobile…
Vasin LeeShutterstockWhat do your e-mail address, eye colour, preferred political party, and license plate have in common? They can all be regarded as personal data which companies and cybercriminals can use to draw direct or indirect conclusions about your physical, physiological, genetic,…