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E-Commerce Regulations: Consumer Contracts, Cancellation Rights, and Distance Selling
Understanding the legal framework that every online seller must adhere to when selling to UK consumers is crucial. Introduction Selling goods or services online entails a range of legal obligations that are not applicable to traditional brick-and-mortar businesses. The Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellations, and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013, together with the Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) […]
Privacy Policies and UK GDPR Compliance: What the Law Actually Requires
A practical guide to drafting a privacy policy that meets your legal obligations under UK data protection law. Introduction If your website collects any personal data, and almost every website does, you are legally required to have a privacy policy. This is not a suggestion or a matter of best practice. It is a binding […]
Ongoing Compliance and Auditing: Why Website Compliance Is Not a One-Off
How to build a sustainable compliance programme that keeps your website legally compliant as the law and your business evolve. Introduction If there is one message that runs through every article in this series, it is this: website compliance is not a one-off exercise. The legal landscape changes, your business evolves, your website is updated, […]
Website Terms and Conditions: Why Every Business Needs Them and What They Must Include
Lawdit Solicitor’s Michael Coyle provides a practical guide to protecting your business online through properly drafted website terms. Introduction Every business with a website needs terms and conditions. That statement might sound obvious, but a surprising number of businesses, from sole traders to established companies, either operate without them entirely or rely on generic templates […]
Avoid Common Problems With Business Website Compliance
Running a business website means more than having a functional and attractive design. Compliance with legal standards is a crucial part of owning and managing a site. These regulations ensure that businesses protect user data and conduct fair practices online. Being unaware of these requirements can lead to severe consequences, such as costly fines and […]
How Compliance Certificates Protect Your Business
A compliance certificate can serve as a vital document for any UK business, acting as proof that your company adheres to relevant laws and regulations. These certificates are more than just a formality; they offer reassurance and legal backing that your business practices meet required standards. Businesses encounter numerous legal requirements and risks. Compliance certificates […]
Unsolicited Communications and Marketing Policy
1. Purpose This policy outlines our commitment to comply with UK laws governing unsolicited communications and marketing, including the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR), the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), and the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018). It sets out how we collect, use, and manage personal data for marketing […]
emails! emails! Stop with the emails! by Michael Coyle
The Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) are the main laws that govern unsolicited communications in the UK, including emails and advertisements. These laws lay out precise guidelines for how companies can manage personal data and convey marketing messages. Important Laws and Regulations: Regulation 22: […]
Online Safety, Meta, X, and what to expect in 2025.
Meta revealed this month that its business will reduce its capacity to filter misinformation on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads and terminate its US factcheckers. It is also seen as a final effort to increase interaction on all of Meta’s social media platforms. According to studies, fake social media messages can spread up to twenty times […]
The Importance of an IP Notice on Your Business Site
Every business website needs an intellectual property (IP) notice to protect its valuable assets. Intellectual property includes things like your brand name, logo, and innovative ideas, which are vital for your company’s success. Without proper protection, these assets might be at risk of theft or misuse, causing potential harm to your business. An IP notice […]