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.

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• 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

1. Audit your current cookies (10 minutes)
2. Update privacy policy (today)
3. 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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