Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:13:15 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/rss.xml Follow our journey to fight for privacy & against Google Analytics. Follow our journey to fight for privacy & against Google Analytics. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:33:37 +0000 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:13:15 +0000 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:13:15 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/the-eu-wants-to-kill-cookie-banners-by-moving-consent-to-your-browser Iron Brands en-US

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.

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 08:56:39 +0000 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:26:01 +0000 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:26:01 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-is-tracking-you-even-when-you-use-duck-duck-go Iron Brands en-US

Google tracks users even on DuckDuckGo via Analytics and embeds. A new study shows how deep Google’s web tracking really goes.

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 08:20:50 +0000 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:16:26 +0000 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:16:26 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/german-court-rules-meta-s-tracking-tech-violates-gdpr Iron Brands en-US

German court rules Meta’s tracking tech violates GDPR, allowing lawsuits without proof of harm. Big risks ahead for sites using Meta pixels.

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 15:29:45 +0000 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:52:05 +0000 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:52:05 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/closing-the-data-gap-simple-analytics-x-usercentrics Iron Brands en-US

Hebban fixed a 20% GA4 data gap using Simple Analytics + Usercentrics. Here’s how you can do the same.

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 13:30:40 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:36:50 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:36:50 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/the-eu-us-data-deal-is-dead-in-the-water-as-trump-weakens-oversight Iron Brands en-US

The EU-US data deal is at risk. US cloud services may soon be illegal in the EU again

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:36:11 +0000 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:59:33 +0000 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:59:33 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/you-are-missing-20-of-your-website-data-with-ga4 Iron Brands en-US

Using Google Analytics 4 in combination with a mandatory cookiebanner leads to data loss of 20% on average. Use Simple Analytics to get the full picture.

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 18:36:19 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:33:45 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:33:45 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/how-a-reverse-trial-will-push-simple-analytics-to-the-next-level Adriaan van Rossum en-US

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.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:42:37 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:36:15 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:36:15 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-will-start-tracking-all-your-devices-wtf Iron Brands en-US

In 8 weeks, Google’s new tracking method rolls out, affecting all your devices. Here’s what it means for your privacy.

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 08:20:12 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:38:55 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:38:55 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/big-tech-fails-eu-s-digital-services-act-only-wikipedia-passes-the-test Iron Brands en-US

EU audits reveal Big Tech's failures in transparency and safety under the DSA, with only Wikipedia meeting all standards

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:35:14 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:49 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:49 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/meta-fined-102-million-by-the-irish-data-protection-commission Iron Brands en-US

Meta fined $102 million by the DPC for storing user passwords in plain text.

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 04:17:21 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:45 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:45 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/europeans-spend-575-million-hours-clicking-cookie-banners-every-year Iron Brands en-US

Designed for privacy compliance, cookie banners interrupt workflows and contribute to frustration and lost productivity.

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 16:11:55 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:47 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:47 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/the-most-interesting-gdpr-fines Carlo Cilento en-US

Some are big, some are too small, some are flat out dumb, and all of them can teach a lesson

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:03:43 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:43 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:43 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/gdpr_fines_faq Carlo Cilento en-US

All you need to know about GDPR fines: how they work, how they are issued and challenged, how expensive they can get, and more.

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:16:09 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:29 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:29 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-loses-key-antitrust-case Iron Brands en-US

Historical DOJ win against Google could have important consequences for Big Tech and the Internet.

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 16:04:30 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:33:44 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:33:44 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/web-analytics-for-crypto-companies Iron Brands en-US

Traditional web analytics services are a poor choice for a crypto company. Here is why cryptos and cookies just don't mesh well together.

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 13:34:01 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:36:11 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:36:11 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/web-analytics-for-publishers Iron Brands en-US

How cookieless analytics can help publishers address data gaps and grow trust with the readers

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 13:23:37 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:38:54 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:38:54 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-pulls-uno-reverse-card-rolls-back-decision-to-kill-third-party-cookies Carlo Cilento en-US

Google Keeps Third-Party Cookies on Chrome: What It Means for Privacy and Ad Tech

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:29:01 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:51 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:51 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/article Carlo Cilento en-US

Meta delays AI features, EC probes Meta's DMA compliance, Clearview AI sets a terrible precedent, and more

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 08:34:34 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:35:08 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:35:08 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-perspectives-june-2024 Carlo Cilento en-US

Privacy insights in plain English with context and commentary

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 12:07:25 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:40 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:40 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-june-2024 Carlo Cilento en-US

EU finalizes AI Act, EDPB weighs in on ChatGPT, worker unions challenge Amazon surveillance, and more

Tue, 14 May 2024 16:06:30 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:37 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:37 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/apra_fumbles_targeted_advertising Carlo Cilento en-US

The new rules on targeted advertising are confusing and contradictory

Wed, 01 May 2024 17:24:12 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:14 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:14 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-may-2024 Carlo Cilento en-US

US Congress unveils privacy bill and bans TikTok, EDPB takes a stance against Meta, Apple pulls encrypted messagin apps from Chinese marketplace, and more

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 12:26:08 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:12 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:12 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/meta-loses-key-privacy-battle Carlo Cilento en-US

EDPB chimes in pay-or-ok, and it's bad news for Meta

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:22:18 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:05 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:05 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-delays-cookie-phase-out-once-again Iron Brands en-US

Google delays third-party cookie deprecation after regulatory pushback against Topics

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 14:30:10 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:46 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:46 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/web-analytics-and-consent Carlo Cilento en-US

GDPR consent is complicated. Here is how it works for web analytics

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:47:26 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:42 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:35:42 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/cookies-101 Carlo Cilento en-US

How do cookies work, and when do they need consent?

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 14:13:37 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:36:32 +0000 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:36:32 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-april-2024 Carlo Cilento en-US

EU adopts AI Act, US cracks down on data sales to countries of concern, Mark Zuckerberg involved in shady affair, and more

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:31:11 +0000 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:05:29 +0000 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:05:29 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/web-analytics-for-nonprofits Iron Brands en-US

Web analytics for nonprofits can be complicated- but it doesn't have to be.

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 23:12:22 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:22 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:22 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-march-2024 Carlo Cilento en-US

All the important privacy news this month, in one place

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 15:49:44 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:16 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:34:16 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/german-authority-cookie-banners Carlo Cilento en-US

Data protection authority now uses software to detect cookie violations

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 12:28:27 +0000 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 07:28:06 +0000 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 07:28:06 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/alternative-search-engines Iron Brands en-US

Googling sucks. Here are some alternatives

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 21:22:22 +0000 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:03:10 +0000 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:03:10 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-tag-manager-vs-google-analytics Iron Brands en-US

Detailed guide on the differences between Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 08:53:18 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:08:09 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:08:09 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-analytics-identifiers Iron Brands en-US

What identifiers does Google Analytics use, and what do they do?

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 12:12:34 +0000 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 23:04:17 +0000 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 23:04:17 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/data-retention-in-google-analytics Iron Brands en-US

All you need to know about data retention in Google Analytics

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 11:35:22 +0000 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 07:26:01 +0000 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 07:26:01 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-analytics-and-consent Iron Brands en-US

Detailed guide on how to deal with cookie consent using Google Analytics

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 08:37:54 +0000 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 11:16:05 +0000 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 11:16:05 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/how-to-export-data-from-google-analytics Iron Brands en-US

All you need to know about exporting your data from Google Analytics

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 17:39:01 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:27:29 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:27:29 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privac-monthly-february-2024 Carlo Cilento en-US

EU moves closer to AI Act, regulators fine Big Tech, Senate hears social media CEOs, and more

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:05:45 +0000 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 23:04:08 +0000 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 23:04:08 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/criteo_a_big_deal_for_big_tech Carlo Cilento en-US

Two cases against the ad tech giant break new ground in GDPR enforcement

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 18:59:54 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:22:00 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:22:00 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthy-decemeber-2024 Carlo Cilento en-US

Lots of trouble for Google, the AI Act draws closer, and more

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 21:31:21 +0000 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:02:59 +0000 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:02:59 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/dma-and-privacy Carlo Cilento en-US

The DMA is not a privacy law but could still be a game changer for privacy. Here's how

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 14:56:16 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:11:17 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:11:17 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-settles-in-5-b-incognito-mode-lawsuit Iron Brands en-US

The case settled on December 28 for an undisclosed sum, amid findings of potential confusion and deception in Chrome's privacy representations.

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 17:03:26 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:24:44 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:24:44 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/legal-trouble-for-adobe-analytics Carlo Cilento en-US

SDBN challenges Adobe over illegal surveillance

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 15:35:21 +0000 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:03:48 +0000 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:03:48 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/simple-analytics-ai Iron Brands en-US

The future of website analytics: Simple Analytics AI - Chat with your analytics.

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:23:49 +0000 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:35:40 +0000 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:35:40 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/HIPAA-and-mental-health Iron Brands en-US

What does the HIPAA have to say about mental health professionals?

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:09:31 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:06:04 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:06:04 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/meta-subscriptions-under-attack Carlo Cilento en-US

The legal challenges against Meta's new compliance strategy are a very, very big deal.

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 03:17:30 +0000 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:03:50 +0000 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:03:50 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-december-2023 Iron Brands en-US

Eu adopts Data Act, noyb challenges the European Commission's political advertising, Meta faces a wave of litigation, and more

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 09:54:23 +0000 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:03:46 +0000 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:03:46 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/host-analytics-on-cloudflare-zaraz Ankit Ghosh en-US

Using Cloudflare Zaraz to host analytics from your own domain and bypass ad-blockers

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:18:00 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:19:19 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:19:19 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/add-google-analytics-to-convertkit Iron Brands en-US

Step by step guide on how to add Google Analytics to Convertkit

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 03:40:21 +0000 Fri, 29 Nov 2024 16:46:34 +0000 Fri, 29 Nov 2024 16:46:34 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/google-analytics-pricing Carlo Cilento en-US

Google Analytics pricing. Is it really free? Google Analytics 360 starts at $50K a year.

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:56:07 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:10:32 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:10:32 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/analytics-without-a-cookie-banner Iron Brands en-US

Simple Analytics makes popups-free web analytics possible. Here's how!

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 09:59:51 +0000 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 05:40:55 +0000 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 05:40:55 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/road-to-1-million-arr-october-update Iron Brands en-US

The path to 1 million ARR - October update ($24,165 MRR). Dries at Simple Analytics, Pricing, Roadmap, Numbers

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 10:51:50 +0000 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 05:40:54 +0000 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 05:40:54 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/ccpa-and-data-protection-all-there-is-to-knccpa_and_data_protection Iron Brands en-US

The CCPA is one of the most important US data protection law. Here is what individuals and companies need to know!

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 09:47:00 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:15:49 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:15:49 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/enterprise-analytics Iron Brands en-US

Simple Analytics is a powerful, intuitive, lightweight, and privacy-friendly web analytics solution for enterprises

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 19:32:58 +0000 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 05:40:37 +0000 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 05:40:37 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-november-2023 Iron Brands en-US

EDPB bans personalized advertising for Meta, 23andMe leaks genetic data for 4M users, and more

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:06:08 +0000 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 11:44:24 +0000 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 11:44:24 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/delete_act Carlo Cilento en-US

Learn what the new California law is about, and how it will impact businesses

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 08:15:46 +0000 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:03:36 +0000 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:03:36 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/mobile_app_tracking_under_fire Carlo Cilento en-US

New cases against mobile apps may lead to stricter enforcement against mobile apps

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:47:40 +0000 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:46:49 +0000 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:46:49 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/september-update Iron Brands en-US

The path to 1 Million ARR - September Update ($23,151 MRR). From Bari to Bali, Internet friend and our business goals

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:31:50 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:34:42 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:34:42 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-october-2023 Carlo Cilento en-US

French MP challenges DPF, class actions against Google and X, and more

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:07:56 +0000 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:51:16 +0000 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:51:16 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/hipaa_violations Iron Brands en-US

What are HIPAA violations and their consequences?

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:26:47 +0000 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:45:31 +0000 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:45:31 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/first-challenge-dpf Iron Brands en-US

French MP challenges the new data transfer framework, but procedural requirements may hinder his action

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 14:05:06 +0000 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:46:03 +0000 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:46:03 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/video-tracking Iron Brands en-US

Track video plays with Simple Analytics & Google Tag Manager for user insights.

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 07:51:21 +0000 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 13:15:07 +0000 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 13:15:07 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/direct-marketing-under-gdpr Carlo Cilento en-US

How to handle direct marketing under the GDPR and be 100% compliant in different member states.

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:23:45 +0000 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:15:24 +0000 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:15:24 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/road-to-1-million-arr-august-update Iron Brands en-US

The path to 1 million ARR - August update ($22,689 MRR). UniHosted, Features, Indie Hackers meetup, numbers

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 08:41:06 +0000 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:08:41 +0000 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:08:41 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/ccpa_vs_cpra Iron Brands en-US

What is the CPRA, and how did it change Californian privacy law?

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 07:57:56 +0000 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:10:03 +0000 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:10:03 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-september-2023 Carlo Cilento en-US

Finland cracks down on EU-Russia data transfers, India passes data protection bill, Meta to offer paid subscriptions, and more!

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:03:45 +0000 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:34:08 +0000 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:34:08 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/ab-testing-with-simple-analytics Iron Brands en-US

Optimize your conversion rate and increase sales with effective A/B testing with Simple Analytics

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 14:35:35 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:43:02 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:43:02 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/dobbs-v-jackson-ruling-is-a-privacy-mess Carlo Cilento en-US

Dobbs v. Jackson ruling triggered anti-abortion laws and a privacy crisis tied to women's data use

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 13:00:02 +0000 Wed, 13 Sep 2023 08:03:49 +0000 Wed, 13 Sep 2023 08:03:49 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-august-2023 Carlo Cilento en-US

EU-US data transfer framework finalized, EU Commission looking to break up Google’s businesses over antitrust concerns, and more

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 09:15:40 +0000 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 06:52:54 +0000 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 06:52:54 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/a-consumers-guide-to-the-ccpa Iron Brands en-US

This blog discusses your rights under the CCPA and how to exercise them

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 08:43:15 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:52:29 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:52:29 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/when-does-the-ccpa-apply Iron Brands en-US

The CCPA only applies to some companies and organizations: here's which!

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 08:27:24 +0000 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 13:23:08 +0000 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 13:23:08 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/hipaa-ccpa-gdpr Iron Brands en-US

We looked at the HIPAA, the CCPA, and the GDPR to highlight similarities and differences

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 14:38:31 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:52:03 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:52:03 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/why-meta-is-in-a-world-of-trouble Carlo Cilento en-US

The Bundeskartellamt ruling is a big deal for Big Tech. Here's why.

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 11:53:41 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:52:00 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:52:00 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/CJEU-cookies-are-sensitive-data Carlo Cilento en-US

New CJEU ruling finds that cookie-based analytics collects sensitive data- and more bad news for Big Tech

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 10:40:52 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:51:47 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:51:47 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/road-to-1-million-arr-july-update Iron Brands en-US

The path to 1 million ARR - July update ($22,117 MRR). Churn, SaaS Friends, Customer Stories, Work in progress, Sweden banned GA.

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 12:52:59 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:51:34 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:51:34 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/all-about-the-new-data-transfer-framework Carlo Cilento en-US

On July 10, the European Commission adopted its long-anticipated adequacy decision for the United States. Will it prevail?

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 20:06:44 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:03:50 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:03:50 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/road-to-1-million-arr-june-update Iron Brands en-US

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.

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:57:08 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:03:49 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:03:49 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/what-is-phi-under-hipaa Carlo Cilento en-US

HIPAA defines PHI as identifiable health information created by entities covered by the law.

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 16:33:21 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:02:41 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:02:41 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/sweden-declares-google-analytics-illegal Iron Brands en-US

Sweden declares Google Analytics illegal and fines companies for violating GDPR

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 12:46:48 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:03:18 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:03:18 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/searching-for-ga-4-alternatives-top-10-reliable-options-for-google-analytics-in-2023-and-beyond Iron Brands en-US

Explore top GA4 alternatives for better data tracking and analytics in 2023 and beyond

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 13:28:19 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:53:52 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:53:52 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/ultimate-hipaa-compliance-checklist-essential-steps-for-healthcare-providers Iron Brands en-US

HIPAA isn't just about privacy. It includes security, portability rules, and more. Ensure you're a covered entity, business associate, or subcontractor

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:17:25 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:53:07 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:53:07 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-june-2023 Iron Brands en-US

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.

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 08:38:52 +0000 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 13:24:19 +0000 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 13:24:19 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/german-troubles-for-google-analytics Iron Brands en-US

A German and an Austrian court both ruled against Google Analytics. Legal issues rooted in Schrems II and US surveillance.

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 16:14:04 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:52:08 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:52:08 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/the-path-to-1-m-arr-may-update Iron Brands en-US

Monthly update: New faces at the office and a growing marketing team. A viral post on Indie Hackers improved CTAs and MRR at $18900.

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 12:35:40 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:50:21 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:50:21 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/data-processing-agreements Iron Brands en-US

Explore the roles of data controllers and processors under GDPR, learn about data processing agreements, and discover how to ensure GDPR compliance in data disclosures.

Wed, 31 May 2023 16:20:11 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:04:20 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:04:20 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/minimal-product-analytics Ankit Ghosh en-US

Product analytics tools help understand user behavior & feature adoption, leading to improved UX & business success. Simple Analytics is a cost-effective, easy-to-use option.

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 13:12:58 +0000 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:45:51 +0000 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:45:51 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/how-to-track-form-submissions-using-google-tag-manager Iron Brands en-US

Track form submissions using Simple Analytics & Google Tag Manager to gain user insights & improve UX.

Mon, 22 May 2023 16:45:07 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:04:44 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:04:44 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/meta-hit-with-record-breaking-1-3-billion-fine-over-facebook-data-transfers-to-the-us Carlo Cilento en-US

Meta ordered to shut down US data transfers for Facebook and fined €1.2 billion for GDPR violations. The decision impacts European data transfer cases and might lead to a Facebook blackout in Europe.

Mon, 22 May 2023 13:03:28 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:01:23 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:01:23 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/is-google-analytics-ccpa-compliant Iron Brands en-US

CCPA Guide: Understanding its impact on web analytics & Google Analytics compliance.

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 08:32:43 +0000 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:47:05 +0000 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:47:05 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/debug-simple-analytics-script Iron Brands en-US

Ad blockers may cause Simple Analytics not to show visitors; disable ad blockers to verify script installation & see dashboard data.

Wed, 17 May 2023 12:46:04 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:04:49 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:04:49 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/help-us-with-your-input Iron Brands en-US

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!

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:15:26 +0000 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:14:39 +0000 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:14:39 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/import-your-google-analytics-data-to-simple-analytics Iron Brands en-US

Import Google Analytics data to Simple Analytics in a few clicks and save your historical data.

Tue, 16 May 2023 14:57:50 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:16:11 +0000 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:16:11 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/cookie-banners-how-to-stay-gdpr-compliant Carlo Cilento en-US

Cookie banners ask for user consent and are required for non-essential cookies. However, using cookieless analytics can improve user experience and ensure privacy compliance.

Tue, 16 May 2023 14:31:57 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:04:05 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:04:05 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/gdpr-compliance-checklist Carlo Cilento en-US

Danish authority shares GDPR checklist for small businesses: understand data processing, maintain security, and minimize data for compliance.

Tue, 09 May 2023 08:09:54 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:45:50 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:45:50 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/privacy-monthly-may-2023 Carlo Cilento en-US

ChatGPT case sends waves across the EU, Europe at risk of Facebook blackout, LIBE committee rejects adequacy decision, and more

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 08:50:43 +0000 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 14:41:48 +0000 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 14:41:48 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/why-is-my-simple-analytics-data-different-from-google-analytics Iron Brands en-US

Different numbers between Google Analytics & Simple Analytics can be due to ad blockers, robots, and cookie banners.

Thu, 04 May 2023 09:49:39 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:53:07 +0000 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:53:07 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/simple-analytics-privacy-first-website-analytics Iron Brands en-US

Simple Analytics focuses on privacy-first web analytics, no tracking or cookies, with insights, EU-hosting, & transparent approach.

Wed, 03 May 2023 12:16:35 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:51:18 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:51:18 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/track-e-commerce-metrics Ankit Ghosh en-US

Analytics can help optimize sites for better conversions and higher revenue. A guide to tracking user movement, user engagement and effectiveness of your campaigns.

Tue, 02 May 2023 19:55:59 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:50:59 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:50:59 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/european-facebook-blackout-is-closer-than-you-think Carlo Cilento en-US

Irish DPC may suspend EU-US Facebook data transfers & fine Meta. Outcome could impact millions & set precedent for digital privacy.

Tue, 02 May 2023 10:01:23 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:50:51 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:50:51 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/know-your-website-s-carbon-emissions-and-how-to-reduce-it Iron Brands en-US

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.

Tue, 02 May 2023 09:47:30 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:50:38 +0000 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:50:38 +0000 https://www.simpleanalytics.com/blog/the-path-to-1-m-arr-april-2023 Iron Brands en-US

April update: Simple Analytics grows towards 1M ARR. Adriaan's vacation, new Amsterdam office, Ankit joins the team, SEO focus, improved documentation, blog translations, and better April numbers.