Stop worrying about $7,500 fines - here's what actually matters
Does CCPA Apply to Your Store?
Yes, if you serve California users AND meet any:
- $25M+ revenue annually
- 100k+ customer records
- Sell personal data for profit
Location doesn't matter. Californians shopping = you're covered.
What Counts as Personal Data?
Everything you think + more:
- IP addresses, device IDs
- Google Analytics cookies (
_ga,_gid) - Facebook Pixel tracking
- Email addresses, purchase history
- Even browsing patterns
The 3 Must-Haves
1. Transparent Privacy Policy
Tell users exactly what data you collect and why.
2. User Control Options
- Access their data
- Delete their data
- Opt-out of data sales
3. "Do Not Sell" Link
Prominently display this on your homepage.
Quick Implementation
// Categorize your cookies
const cookies = {
essential: ['session', 'cart'], // No consent needed
analytics: ['_ga', '_gid'], // Needs consent
marketing: ['_fbp', '_gcl'] // Needs consent
};
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Pre-checked consent boxes
❌ Hiding privacy settings
❌ Ignoring mobile users
❌ Incomplete data deletion
The Smart Solution
Manual compliance = development nightmare + legal risks.
Seers AI automates everything:
- Cookie detection & consent management
- Legal compliance updates
- User preference centers
- CCPA-compliant banners
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Why This Matters Now
- $2,500-$7,500 per violation fines
- Class action lawsuit risks
- Customer trust = higher conversions
- Future-proof your business
Next Steps
- Audit your current cookies (10 minutes)
- Update privacy policy (today)
- Implement consent management (this week)
Want zero-hassle compliance? Seers AI handles everything automatically while you focus on building features.
Read the complete technical guide: CCPA Compliance for E-commerce Stores
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