Renewing user consent means asking users for permission to collect, process, and store their data again, especially when you’ve made changes to your data practices. This helps maintain data compliance and transparency while respecting user preferences.
When to Request Consent Renewal? #
In the following cases, an organization or online service should consider renewing user consent:
- Policy Changes: When you make significant changes to your privacy policy, data handling practices, or terms of service that affect how user data is collected, processed, or stored.
- New Data Practices: Introducing new methods of data collection, such as adding new types of cookies, tracking tools, or data-sharing practices that weren’t previously disclosed.
- Legislative Changes: In response to updates in data protection regulations or laws that require you to seek fresh consent to ensure compliance.
- Purpose Changes in Data Processing: If the organization plans to use the user’s data for a purpose that was not previously revealed or approved.
How to Renew User Consent? #
To renew the existing user consent, follow the below steps:
1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
2. Go to WP Cookie Consent > Cookie Settings > Compliances menu.
3. Under the Compliance tab, go to Consent Settings.
4. In the Consent Settings tab, navigate to Renew User Consent and click on Renew Now.
5. Scroll down and click the Save button.
Following this, the cookie banner will reappear for all existing users who have already consented.
