Data privacy blog

Data Subject Rights, Regulations, Consent Management

The 5 questions that expose fake privacy integrations

Privacy integrations aren't all equal. Here are the five questions that separate real automation from theater, before you sign the contract.

Max Anderson

DROP is live. Here's what California's new data deletion platform means for your business

California's DROP platform is live. Learn what the Delete Request and Opt-Out Platform requires, whether it applies to you, and how Ketch automates compliance.

Jack Carvel

News, Privacy Tech

Ketch earns Privacy & Consent Leader recognition in Snowflake's fifth annual Modern Marketing Data Stack report

Ketch earns recognition at Cannes Lions 2026 as Snowflake's fifth edition spotlights the agentic marketing era, and the permissioned data required to succeed.

Colleen Barry

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Product, Privacy Tech

Why cookie scanning is broken (and how Iris fixes it)

Most scanning tools measure the wrong thing. Here's why page count doesn't equal tracker coverage, and how Iris, the patent-pending, cohort-based algorithm from Ketch, closes the gap.

Max Anderson

Consent Management, Data Subject Rights, Privacy Tech, Product

9 min read

Cookie, not identity: why DataGrail's consent model breaks at scale

DataGrail ties consent to a device cookie, not a person, and that cookie resets on every banner update. Here is what that architecture costs you at enforcement time.

Sam Alexander

AI Governance

8 min read

Agentic privacy: the gap your privacy program can't afford to ignore

Learn what agentic privacy is, why it matters for enterprises, and how AI agents govern data, consent, and compliance at scale.

Max Anderson

Product, Consent Management

Ketch alternatives: What to consider (and why there’s no exact substitute)

Evaluating a Ketch alternative? Learn why most privacy tools cover only parts of the problem, and why replacing Ketch usually means more tools, engineering work, and higher costs as you scale.

Sam Alexander

4 min read

Introducing Opt-Out Sync: comprehensive “Do Not Sell” enforcement

Regulators expect opt-outs to work end to end. Learn how Ketch Opt-Out Sync delivers comprehensive “Do Not Sell” enforcement everywhere data flows.

Max Anderson

Spreedly achieves data privacy compliance in 3 weeks with Ketch

The best Enterprise data privacy software to watch in 2026

A transparent, research-driven guide to the best data privacy software of 2026. No biased vendor listicles, just clear criteria, real comparisons, and practical advice.

Max Anderson

"We are absolutely delighted with our Ketch experience to date. Their responsiveness to our implementation has taken us from project start to go-live in just three weeks. Few vendors can match this time-to-value."

Consent Management, Privacy Tech

2026 U.S. State Privacy Laws: what you need to know

Learn what the new 2026 U.S. state privacy laws mean for your business and get actionable steps to ensure compliance with evolving regulations.

Colleen Barry

Consent Management, Privacy Tech

How to stop using dark patterns (and build trust instead)

Stop using dark patterns. Learn how ethical consent UX boosts trust, meets legal standards, and turns compliance into a competitive edge.

Elena Mukomelova

Consent Management, Privacy Tech

Are dark patterns illegal in 2026? Honda, the law, and UX loopholes

Dark patterns are now illegal. Learn how laws like GDPR, CPRA, and the DSA are making manipulative UX a legal liability in 2025.

Elena Mukomelova

Product, Privacy Tech, News

Dark patterns in UX: Why they still work in 2026 (and how to spot them)

Why are dark patterns still everywhere in 2026? Learn how to fix consent UX, earn trust, and design privacy experiences with integrity.

Elena Mukomelova

7 min read

Announcing Privacy 360 Analytics Suite: audit-ready reporting for modern privacy enforcement

Get audit-ready with Privacy 360. Track and prove Do Not Sell compliance across consent, rights, and preferences.

Colleen Barry

Product, Consent Management

How to add a cookie consent banner in Hubspot (GDPR & CCPA compliant)?

Stay compliant with privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA. Learn how to add a cookie consent banner to your HubSpot site using simple tools or custom code.

Hannah Barnstone

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Head of Customer Success

Colleen Barry

Head of Marketing

Jonathan Joseph

Head of Solutions

Max Anderson

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Regulations, Data Subject Rights

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Understanding the CCPA data subject access request (DSAR) process

Learn the essentials of managing CCPA Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), including submission channels, authentication, response timelines, and compliance best practices.

Max Anderson

What is a cookie consent opt-in?

Learn about cookie banner opt-ins: how they work, why they're important for compliance, and how they enhance user privacy on your website.

Max Anderson

What is a first-party cookie?

Learn what first-party cookies are, how they differ from third-party cookies, and their role in privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA.

Hannah Barnstone

Do I need a cookie policy on my website?

Cookies are crucial for GDPR and CCPA compliance. They collect user data, so businesses must inform users and obtain consent before using them.

Josh Grossman

5 GDPR cookie consent examples to learn from

Explore top GDPR cookie consent examples and learn how to comply with data privacy laws to ensure transparency and user trust on your website.

Josh Grossman

Does GDPR apply to US companies and customers?

Learn how GDPR applies to U.S. companies, key compliance steps, recent enforcement actions, and how to navigate data protection requirements effectively.

Jack Carvel

How has GDPR affected marketing?

Most companies find GDPR demanding, as it forces them to re-evaluate how they collect and handle personal data on their websites and apps.

Colleen Barry

How to add cookie messages to your website

Data privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA require websites to display a cookie message on their homepage to ensure compliance and protect user privacy.

Kara Kennedy

Integrations, Product, News

How to block cookies before consent

Learn how to block cookies until consent is given. Ensure GDPR and CCPA compliance with effective cookie management strategies on your website.

Josh Grossman

Qonsent partners with Ketch on data privacy consent for consumers and brands

Seasoned C-level media and tech executives form next-generation privacy and consent engagement platform.

Johne Brennan

Who does the CCPA apply to?

Ensure your business meets CCPA requirements and find out who must comply with the CCPA, including criteria for businesses and exemptions for government agencies.

Alysa Hutnik

News, Regulations

What does CCPA mean for advertisers?

Learn how to create CCPA-compliant advertising strategies that respect consumer privacy, build trust, and ensure compliance with California’s privacy laws.

Josh Grossman

What size of companies are affected by GDPR?

The GDPR came into effect in 2018 and has changed the way businesses handle customer data. Let's find out what size of company is affected by the new GDPR rules.

Josh Grossman

News, Case Study

Prestige Consumer Healthcare selects Ketch for data privacy

Prestige Consumer Healthcare will leverage Ketch to deliver on global data privacy compliance.

Josh Grossman

Strategy, Privacy Tech, Top Articles

What is privacy orchestration?

It's no secret—every company that has adopted first-generation privacy tools knows how much work remains to operationalize its privacy initiatives in a cost-effective, policy-driven manner.

Hannah Barnstone

7 questions to ask every privacy management software vendor

Confused by all the data privacy software claims? So were we. Use these 7 questions to identify real capabilities and find the right fit for your business.

Max Anderson

DSARs 101: how to handle data deletion requests

Learn how to handle DSARs and data deletion rights. We'll cover everything you need to know, including tips on automating data deletion requests.

Hannah Barnstone

Privacy tech, Data subject rights

8 min read

GDPR vs CCPA vs CPRA: what's the difference?

Compare CCPA vs GDPR compliance: Understand the differences in scope, compliance, consumer rights, data security, and penalties for global businesses.

Alysa Hutnik

14 min read

Struggling with DSARs? You’re not alone.

DSARs can be complex and time-consuming to deal with. Fortunately, this short 'n' simple primer is here to help you simplify the process of handling DSARs and deletion requests!

Hannah Barnstone

Strategy, Marketing

4 min read

Privacy is a team sport: collaborating to get results

Sophisticated, productive collaboration depends on unified technology that adapts easily to change.

Jonathan Joseph

Product, News

Why we started Ketch: deploy once, comply everywhere privacy

Ketch automates data privacy and governance through a coordinated set of applications, infrastructure, and enabling APIs.

Tom Chavez

Marketing

4 min read

3 reasons to give marketing a voice in your privacy program

CMOs own the customer experience, but too often they overlook the role privacy plays in building trust and brand loyalty.

Jonathan Joseph