How It Works

"System - Global Privacy Control" isn’t a plug-and-play solution; it demands careful planning and configuration to unlock its full potential. As an administrator, you’ll create an Opt-In group and access level, then assign it within the plugin settings. Here’s how it operates:

• When a user arrives with Global Privacy Control disabled (no Sec-GPC: 1 header or equivalent signal), the plugin adds the specified access level, allowing any assigned tracking components, modules, or plugins to run.
• When a user enables GPC (signaling Sec-GPC: 1), the access level is removed, blocking those elements and respecting their privacy preference.

This automatic adjustment works for both logged-in users and guests, requiring no user action—privacy protection happens seamlessly in the background. For those unfamiliar with GPC, it’s a browser-level signal (supported by browsers like Firefox, Brave, and extensions like Privacy Badger) that communicates a user’s desire to opt out of data sharing, recognized under laws like California’s CCPA. Learn more at globalprivacycontrol.org.

Why Choose System - Global Privacy Control?

GPC builds on the legacy of the System - Do Not Track plugin, offering a legally enforceable opt-out signal in jurisdictions like California, where businesses must honor it as a valid request under the CCPA. This plugin bridges Joomla’s capabilities with modern privacy standards, giving you granular control over tracking features while respecting user choices. It’s ideal for privacy-focused sites, but success hinges on strategic setup—plan your access levels and assignments to align with your site’s privacy goals.

Features

• Automatic Detection: No user interaction needed—detects GPC signals instantly.
• Dynamic Access Control: Adds or removes Joomla Access Levels based on GPC status, even for guests.
• Privacy Compliance: Ensures tracking components are disabled when users opt out, enhancing trust.
• Flexible Configuration: Requires thoughtful planning to assign components, modules, and plugins effectively.
• EU e-Privacy Directive: Direct, automatic integration with consent management offered by the System - EU e-Privacy Directive plugin

Elevate your Joomla site’s privacy with "System - Global Privacy Control"—the smart choice for administrators committed to respecting global privacy preferences. Ready to implement a cutting-edge privacy solution?