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GDPR Compliance Checker

Check GDPR compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the GDPR checker analyze?

The tool scans your website for: cookie consent mechanisms, privacy policy presence, third-party trackers, data collection forms, SSL/HTTPS usage, and cookie types. It generates a compliance report with specific recommendations for each issue found.

What are the main GDPR requirements for websites?

Lawful basis for data processing. Explicit consent for cookies and marketing. Clear privacy policy. Data subject rights (access, deletion, portability). Data breach notification within 72 hours. Data Protection Officer if required. The checker evaluates visible compliance indicators.

What are the penalties for GDPR non-compliance?

Tier 1: up to €10 million or 2% of global annual revenue. Tier 2: up to €20 million or 4% of global annual revenue. Regulators consider: severity, duration, number of affected individuals, and cooperation. Even small businesses can be fined.

Does GDPR apply to my website if I am not in the EU?

Yes, if you: offer goods/services to EU residents (even free), monitor EU residents' behavior (analytics, tracking), or process EU residents' personal data. GDPR applies based on the data subject's location, not the business's location.

How do I make my website GDPR compliant?

Add a cookie consent banner with opt-in (not pre-checked). Write a clear privacy policy. Implement data subject request handling. Use HTTPS. Minimize data collection. Document your data processing activities. The checker provides a prioritized action list.