Is Your Website Compliant?
Website compliance is essential—especially for business owners who handle sensitive client data and work in fields that require high levels of trust.
Ensuring that your website complies with legal and regulatory standards not only protects your business but also reassures clients that their information is in safe hands.
Are you sure your website is compliant?
Use our 3-step checklist to evaluate your website’s privacy, accessibility, and transparency to keep your clients safe and your business secure.
Three Key Steps to Compliance
Step 1: Data Privacy & GDPR Compliance
If your website collects personal data, you need to follow data privacy laws like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). GDPR applies if you have clients in the EU, but even if you don’t, similar principles can apply worldwide. Here’s what you need:
- Explicit Consent: Always ask for clear, informed consent before collecting data (like emails).
- Data Protection Practices: Set protocols for data storage and breach prevention.
- Cookie Notices: Include a banner to inform visitors about tracking and data use.
Step 2: Accessibility Standards
Web accessibility ensures that people with disabilities can easily navigate and interact with your website. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) set standards here, including:
- Alt Text for Images: Allows screen readers to describe visuals to visually impaired users.
- Keyboard Navigation: Ensure the site works via keyboard for users with motor disabilities.
- Color Contrast: Use contrasting colors to make text easy to read.
Step 3: Privacy Policies & Disclaimers
Transparency is key when collecting personal data and sharing information with clients. Your privacy policy and disclaimers should clearly outline:
- Data Collection & Usage: Explain what you collect and how it’s used.
- Third-Party Integrations: Disclose any third-party tools and their data impact.
- Service Disclaimers: If your services cover sensitive areas (e.g., health, finance), set boundaries with clear disclaimers.
2. Best Resources for Compliance
- GDPR Compliance Toolkit: This toolkit offers templates and guides to help you implement GDPR practices directly on your site.
- Website Compliance Audit: Our audit service checks your website against the latest compliance standards, including GDPR, accessibility, privacy policies, and more.
This in-depth review identifies potential compliance issues and provides you with actionable steps to ensure your website protects both you and your clients.
1 Question For You
If a client asked how your website protects their privacy and accessibility, could you confidently explain your compliance?
Compliance can feel complex, but we’re here to simplify it. Our Compliance Audit delivers a clear compliance assessment and steps for improvement, so you can rest assured that your website meets all necessary regulations.
