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Privacy Perspectives June 2024
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-perspectives-june-2024
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
Privacy Perspectives June 2024: the EDPB on ChatGPT, YouTube and political ads, female health data in apps, car tracking and location data.
Privacy Monthly June 2024
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-june-2024
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
EU finalizes AI Act, EDPB weighs in on ChatGPT, worker unions challenge Amazon surveillance, and more
Google reverses its decision to kill third-party cookies
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
Google Keeps Third-Party Cookies on Chrome: What It Means for Privacy and Ad Tech
Google is tracking you (even when you use DuckDuckGo)
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-is-tracking-you-even-when-you-use-duck-duck-go
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
Google tracks users even on DuckDuckGo via Analytics and embeds. A new study shows how deep Google’s web tracking really goes.
APRA fumbles targeted advertising
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/apra_fumbles_targeted_advertising
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
The proposed US privacy law APRA explained: why it matters, what is in it, and why its rules on targeted advertising are confusing.
Google search alternative
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/alternative-search-engines
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
Why Google Search has got worse, and which search engines to try instead, from DuckDuckGo and Startpage to Brave Search and Mojeek.
Privacy Monthly May 2024
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-may-2024
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
US Congress unveils privacy bill and bans TikTok, EDPB takes a stance against Meta, Apple pulls encrypted messagin apps from Chinese marketplace, and more
Privacy Monthly March 2024
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-march-2024
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
Privacy news from March 2024: NYC sues social media giants, spyware on MEPs' devices, the pay-or-ok saga, encryption and Google's Privacy Sandbox.
Cookies 101
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/cookies-101
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
How cookies work, which types there are, and when they need consent under EU rules, including what this means for web analytics.
Privacy Monthly February 2024
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privac-monthly-february-2024
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
EU moves closer to AI Act, regulators fine Big Tech, Senate hears social media CEOs, and more
Privacy Monthly April 2024
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-april-2024
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
EU adopts AI Act, US cracks down on data sales to countries of concern, Mark Zuckerberg involved in shady affair, and more
Meta loses key privacy battle
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/meta-loses-key-privacy-battle
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
The EDPB says personal data are not a commodity and takes a stance against Meta's pay-or-ok model. What the Board said and what happens next.
Privacy Monthly January 2024
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthy-decemeber-2024
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
Privacy news to start 2024: Google loses an antitrust case and settles over Incognito mode, the AI Act is nearly final, and more.
Legal troubles for Adobe Analytics
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/legal-trouble-for-adobe-analytics
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
The Dutch foundation SDBN filed a class action against Adobe over profiling through Adobe Experience Cloud. What is at stake and how it may play out.
HIPAA and mental health
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/HIPAA-and-mental-health
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
What the HIPAA means for mental health professionals: when it applies, what the Privacy Rule says, and common compliance issues.
Add Google Analytics to Convertkit
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/add-google-analytics-to-convertkit
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
How to add Google Analytics to ConvertKit step by step, to see how email subscribers engage with your pages.
Privacy Monthly: November 2023
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-november-2023
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
EDPB bans personalized advertising for Meta, 23andMe leaks genetic data for 4M users, and more
Direct Marketing under GDPR
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/direct-marketing-under-gdpr
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
How to handle direct marketing under the GDPR and be 100% compliant in different member states.
HIPAA violations
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/hipaa_violations
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
What counts as a HIPAA violation, who should worry about it, how the HIPAA is enforced, and the civil and criminal penalties that can follow.
CCPA vs CPRA: what is new?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/ccpa_vs_cpra
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
What the CPRA is, how it amended California's CCPA, when it took effect, and what changed for data minimization and sensitive information.
Road to 1 million ARR - August Update
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/road-to-1-million-arr-august-update
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
The path to 1 million ARR - August update ($22,689 MRR). UniHosted, Features, Indie Hackers meetup, numbers
First challenge to the EU-US data transfer framework
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/first-challenge-dpf
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
French MP challenges the new data transfer framework, but procedural requirements may hinder his action
The road to 1 Million ARR - September Update
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/september-update
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
The path to 1 Million ARR - September Update ($23,151 MRR). From Bari to Bali, Internet friend and our business goals
Privacy Monthly: September 2023
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-september-2023
Published: October 12, 2026 13:43
Finland cracks down on EU-Russia data transfers, India passes data protection bill, Meta to offer paid subscriptions, and more!
Dobbs v. Jackson ruling is a privacy mess
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/dobbs-v-jackson-ruling-is-a-privacy-mess
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
Dobbs v. Jackson ruling triggered anti-abortion laws and a privacy crisis tied to women's data use
Why Meta is in a world of trouble
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/why-meta-is-in-a-world-of-trouble
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
The Bundeskartellamt ruling against Meta explained: why contract and legitimate interest don't justify targeted ads, and what it means for consent.
Privacy Monthly: August 2023
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-august-2023
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
EU-US data transfer framework finalized, EU Commission looking to break up Google’s businesses over antitrust concerns, and more
Facebook data transfers declared illegal
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
Meta was fined €1.2 billion and ordered to stop US data transfers for Facebook. The decision affects other EU data transfer cases.
GA4 alternatives: 10 reliable options for Google Analytics
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
Explore top GA4 alternatives for better data tracking and analytics in 2023 and beyond
Minimal Product Analytics
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/minimal-product-analytics
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
Product analytics tools show user behavior and feature adoption. Simple Analytics is a cost-effective, easy-to-use option.
Privacy Monthly: May 2023
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-may-2023
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
ChatGPT case sends waves across the EU, Europe at risk of Facebook blackout, LIBE committee rejects adequacy decision, and more
Road to 1 million ARR - July update
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/road-to-1-million-arr-july-update
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
The path to 1 million ARR - July update ($22,117 MRR). Churn, SaaS Friends, Customer Stories, Work in progress, Sweden banned GA.
GDPR Compliance Checklist
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/gdpr-compliance-checklist
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
Danish authority shares GDPR checklist for small businesses: understand data processing, maintain security, and minimize data for compliance.
Improve your e-commerce performance with analytics
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/track-e-commerce-metrics
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
Analytics can help optimize sites for better conversions and higher revenue. A guide to tracking user movement, user engagement and effectiveness of your campaigns.
Simple Analytics: Privacy-first website analytics
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/simple-analytics-privacy-first-website-analytics
Published: October 12, 2026 13:42
Simple Analytics focuses on privacy-first web analytics, no tracking or cookies, with insights, EU-hosting, & transparent approach.
Meta subscriptions under attack: why it matters for privacy
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/meta-subscriptions-under-attack
Published: September 29, 2026 16:55
The legal challenges against Meta's new compliance strategy are a very, very big deal.
Big Tech fails the EU Digital Services Act, only Wikipedia passes
Published: September 29, 2026 16:55
EU audits reveal Big Tech's failures in transparency and safety under the DSA, with only Wikipedia meeting all standards
Cookie banners: How to stay GDPR compliant?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/cookie-banners-how-to-stay-gdpr-compliant
Published: September 29, 2026 16:55
Cookie banners ask for consent to non-essential cookies. Cookieless analytics can improve user experience and support privacy compliance.
Data Processing Agreements
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/data-processing-agreements
Published: September 29, 2026 16:55
What data controllers and processors are under GDPR, what a data processing agreement covers, and how to stay compliant when you share data.
HIPAA compliance checklist for healthcare providers
Published: September 29, 2026 16:55
HIPAA isn't just about privacy. It includes security, portability rules, and more. Ensure you're a covered entity, business associate, or subcontractor
The path to 1M ARR - April 2023
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/the-path-to-1-m-arr-april-2023
Published: September 29, 2026 16:55
April update on the road to 1M ARR: a new Amsterdam office, Ankit joins the team, an SEO focus, better docs, blog translations and better numbers.
Does Google sell your data?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/does-google-sell-your-data
Published: September 29, 2026 16:55
Google doesn't sell your data, but it shares it with advertisers through real-time bidding. That blurs the line on what counts as a data sale.
Host analytics on Cloudflare Zaraz
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/host-analytics-on-cloudflare-zaraz
Published: September 29, 2026 15:11
Using Cloudflare Zaraz to host analytics from your own domain and bypass ad-blockers
Web analytics for nonprofits
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/web-analytics-for-nonprofits
Published: September 29, 2026 14:29
Web analytics for nonprofits can be complicated- but it doesn't have to be.
The path to 1M ARR - May Update
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/the-path-to-1-m-arr-may-update
Published: September 29, 2026 14:29
Monthly update: New faces at the office and a growing marketing team. A viral post on Indie Hackers improved CTAs and MRR at $18900.
How to Import Google Analytics Data to Simple Analytics
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/import-your-google-analytics-data-to-simple-analytics
Published: September 29, 2026 14:29
Import Google Analytics data to Simple Analytics in a few clicks and save your historical data.
GA4 data retention: what expires, and what remains in reports?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/data-retention-in-google-analytics
Published: September 25, 2026 17:59
Understand GA4 retention scope, warehouse expiration and what historical comparisons can support.
GA4 identifiers: what they identify and why your counts change
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-analytics-identifiers
Published: September 25, 2026 17:59
Understand GA4 Client ID, User-ID, session IDs and reporting identity, and what changes when analytics consent is denied.
Google Tag Manager vs Google Analytics: deployment and measurement
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-tag-manager-vs-google-analytics
Published: September 25, 2026 17:59
Separate tag deployment from analytics reporting and diagnose triggers, duplicate collection and consent behavior.
How to export GA4 data: reports, the Data API and BigQuery
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/how-to-export-data-from-google-analytics
Published: September 25, 2026 17:59
Choose between report downloads, the Data API and BigQuery, then reconcile scope and metric definitions.
Google Analytics pricing: free GA4 versus Analytics 360
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-analytics-pricing
Published: September 25, 2026 17:59
Compare free GA4 with Analytics 360: license costs, sampling, retention and BigQuery export limits, and when an upgrade answers your measurement question.
Web Analytics for Crypto Companies
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/web-analytics-for-crypto-companies
Published: September 25, 2026 17:46
Traditional web analytics services are a poor choice for a crypto company. Here is why cryptos and cookies just don't mesh well together.
Is Google Analytics CCPA-compliant?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/is-google-analytics-ccpa-compliant
Published: September 25, 2026 17:46
CCPA Guide: Understanding its impact on web analytics & Google Analytics compliance.
How does the HIPAA compare to the CCPA and GDPR?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/hipaa-ccpa-gdpr
Published: September 25, 2026 17:46
We looked at the HIPAA, the CCPA, and the GDPR to highlight similarities and differences
German authority cracks down on cookie banners
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/german-authority-cookie-banners
Published: September 25, 2026 17:46
Data protection authority now uses software to detect cookie violations
Analytics without a cookie banner
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/analytics-without-a-cookie-banner
Published: September 25, 2026 17:46
Simple Analytics makes popups-free web analytics possible. Here's how!
A traffic baseline alongside GA4: the Hebban comparison
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/you-are-missing-20-of-your-website-data-with-ga4
Published: September 25, 2026 12:59
What Hebban’s pageview comparison shows, what it cannot prove, and how to use an independent traffic baseline alongside GA4.
Enterprise Analytics
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/enterprise-analytics
Published: September 24, 2026 21:42
Simple Analytics is a powerful, intuitive, lightweight, and privacy-friendly web analytics solution for enterprises
Why do Simple Analytics and GA4 show different numbers?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/why-is-my-simple-analytics-data-different-from-google-analytics
Published: September 24, 2026 21:36
Compare Simple Analytics and GA4 pageviews, check consent and collection, and explain which differences come from measurement definitions or implementation.
Google Analytics and cookie consent: what happens when visitors say no?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-analytics-and-consent
Published: September 24, 2026 21:32
What GA4 collects when analytics consent is denied, how behavioral modeling affects reports, and how to compare the results with Simple Analytics.
The EU wants to kill cookie banners
Published: November 20, 2025 06:13
The EU wants to end annoying cookie pop-ups by letting users set their consent once in their browser. If passed, websites will have to respect those choices.
German court rules Meta’s tracking tech violates GDPR
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/german-court-rules-meta-s-tracking-tech-violates-gdpr
Published: July 10, 2025 12:16
German court rules Meta’s tracking tech violates GDPR, allowing lawsuits without proof of harm. Big risks ahead for sites using Meta pixels.
Debug Simple Analytics script
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/debug-simple-analytics-script
Published: April 14, 2025 13:47
Ad blockers may cause Simple Analytics not to show visitors; disable ad blockers to verify script installation & see dashboard data.
The EU-US data deal may be dead in the water
Published: April 2, 2025 13:36
The EU-US data deal is at risk. US cloud services may soon be illegal in the EU again
Google will start tracking all your devices (WTF?)
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-will-start-tracking-all-your-devices-wtf
Published: April 2, 2025 13:36
In 8 weeks, Google’s new tracking method rolls out, affecting all your devices. Here’s what it means for your privacy.
Web analytics for publishers
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/web-analytics-for-publishers
Published: April 2, 2025 13:36
How cookieless analytics can help publishers address data gaps and grow trust with the readers
Meta fined $102 million by the Irish Data Protection Commission
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/meta-fined-102-million-by-the-irish-data-protection-commission
Published: April 2, 2025 13:35
Meta fined $102 million by the DPC for storing user passwords in plain text.
The most interesting GDPR fines
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/the-most-interesting-gdpr-fines
Published: April 2, 2025 13:35
Some are big, some are too small, some are flat out dumb, and all of them can teach a lesson
Europeans spend 575 Million hours per year clicking cookie banners
Published: April 2, 2025 13:35
Designed for privacy compliance, cookie banners interrupt workflows and contribute to frustration and lost productivity.
GDPR and fines: all there is to know
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/gdpr_fines_faq
Published: April 2, 2025 13:35
All you need to know about GDPR fines: how they work, how they are issued and challenged, how expensive they can get, and more.
Privacy Monthly: October 2023
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-october-2023
Published: February 13, 2025 13:34
French MP challenges DPF, class actions against Google and X, and more
Privacy Monthly July 2024
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/article
Published: February 13, 2025 12:34
Meta delays AI features, EC probes Meta's DMA compliance, Clearview AI sets a terrible precedent, and more
Google loses key antitrust case
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-loses-key-antitrust-case
Published: February 13, 2025 12:34
Historical DOJ win against Google could have important consequences for Big Tech and the Internet.
Google delays cookie phase-out once again
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-delays-cookie-phase-out-once-again
Published: February 13, 2025 12:34
Google delays third-party cookie deprecation after regulatory pushback against Topics
How a reverse trial will push Simple Analytics to the next level
Published: February 13, 2025 12:33
In this article, I'm going to explain why we are going all in on the reverse trial and what other growth channels we use and have tried.
What are your rights under the CCPA?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/a-consumers-guide-to-the-ccpa
Published: September 10, 2024 06:52
This blog discusses your rights under the CCPA and how to exercise them
Google Settles in $5B Incognito Mode Lawsuit
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-settles-in-5-b-incognito-mode-lawsuit
Published: April 16, 2024 10:11
The case settled on December 28 for an undisclosed sum, amid findings of potential confusion and deception in Chrome's privacy representations.
Privacy Monthly: December
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-december-2023
Published: February 21, 2024 00:03
Eu adopts Data Act, noyb challenges the European Commission's political advertising, Meta faces a wave of litigation, and more
Simple Analytics AI
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/simple-analytics-ai
Published: February 21, 2024 00:03
The future of website analytics: Simple Analytics AI - Chat with your analytics.
What the Digital Markets Act means for privacy
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/dma-and-privacy
Published: February 21, 2024 00:02
The DMA is not a privacy law but could still be a game changer for privacy. Here's how
The Criteo case: a big deal for Big Tech
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/criteo_a_big_deal_for_big_tech
Published: February 20, 2024 23:04
Two cases against the ad tech giant break new ground in GDPR enforcement
More troubles for Google Analytics
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/german-troubles-for-google-analytics
Published: January 3, 2024 13:24
A German and an Austrian court both ruled against Google Analytics. Legal issues rooted in Schrems II and US surveillance.
Privacy issues of chatGPT: This is what's ahead of us
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-issues-of-chat-gpt-this-is-what-s-ahead-of-us
Published: December 19, 2023 12:26
Italy's ban on ChatGPT leads to EU task force creation, raising questions about legal issues and GDPR compliance for commercial AI's.
How to add video tracking using Google Tag Manager?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/video-tracking
Published: December 12, 2023 12:46
Track video plays with Simple Analytics & Google Tag Manager for user insights.
How to track form submissions using Google Tag Manager?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/how-to-track-form-submissions-using-google-tag-manager
Published: December 12, 2023 12:45
Track form submissions using Simple Analytics & Google Tag Manager to gain user insights & improve UX.
Road to 1 Million ARR - October update
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/road-to-1-million-arr-october-update
Published: November 23, 2023 05:40
The path to 1 million ARR - October update ($24,165 MRR). Dries at Simple Analytics, Pricing, Roadmap, Numbers
CCPA and Data Protection: all there is to know
Published: November 23, 2023 05:40
The CCPA is one of the most important US data protection law. Here is what individuals and companies need to know!
Delete Act: all you need to know
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/delete_act
Published: October 31, 2023 11:44
Learn what the new California law is about, and how it will impact businesses
Mobile App Tracking Under Fire
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/mobile_app_tracking_under_fire
Published: October 18, 2023 10:03
New cases against mobile apps may lead to stricter enforcement against mobile apps
A/B Testing with Simple Analytics
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/ab-testing-with-simple-analytics
Published: September 18, 2023 08:34
Optimize your conversion rate and increase sales with effective A/B testing with Simple Analytics
Help us with your input
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/help-us-with-your-input
Published: August 15, 2023 13:04
Simple Analytics seeks user stories on why and how they use the service, with benefits like free months, promotion, and backlinks. Share your privacy-first journey!
Road to 1 Million ARR - June update
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/road-to-1-million-arr-june-update
Published: August 15, 2023 13:03
The path to 1 million ARR - June update ($19,959 MRR). The big GA4 migration, traffic spike after Pieter Levels tweet, our new office, and radio show BNR.
What is PHI under HIPAA?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/what-is-phi-under-hipaa
Published: August 15, 2023 13:03
HIPAA defines PHI as identifiable health information created by entities covered by the law.
Sweden declares Google Analytics illegal
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/sweden-declares-google-analytics-illegal
Published: August 15, 2023 13:02
Sweden declares Google Analytics illegal and fines companies for violating GDPR
Privacy Monthly: June 2023
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-june-2023
Published: August 15, 2023 11:53
Eventful May: Meta's €1.2B fine, Linkedin's GDPR woes, Big Tech & US abortion data, EU-US data transfer disputes, and Ana Talus as EDPB Chair.
When does the CCPA apply?
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/when-does-the-ccpa-apply
Published: August 15, 2023 11:52
The CCPA only applies to some companies and organizations: here's which!
CJEU: cookie-based analytics collects sensitive data
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/CJEU-cookies-are-sensitive-data
Published: August 15, 2023 11:52
New CJEU ruling finds that cookie-based analytics collects sensitive data- and more bad news for Big Tech
All about the new Data Transfer Framework
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/all-about-the-new-data-transfer-framework
Published: August 15, 2023 11:51
On July 10, the European Commission adopted its long-anticipated adequacy decision for the United States. Will it prevail?
European Facebook blackout is closer than we think
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/european-facebook-blackout-is-closer-than-you-think
Published: August 15, 2023 11:50
Irish DPC may suspend EU-US Facebook data transfers & fine Meta. Outcome could impact millions & set precedent for digital privacy.
Know your website’s Carbon Emissions - and how to reduce it
https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/know-your-website-s-carbon-emissions-and-how-to-reduce-it
Published: August 15, 2023 11:50
Measure and reduce your website's carbon footprint with Zifera's Carbon Test, optimize code and design, and showcase your commitment to a sustainable future.