CCPA vs GDPR: Key Differences Every Business Must Understand in 2026

If your website has visitors from Europe and California, you need both GDPR and CCPA compliance.

  • GDPR: Opt-in — consent before collection
  • CCPA/CPRA: Opt-out — collect by default, allow opt-out

1. Consent Model

GDPR: opt-in. CCPA: opt-out + "Do Not Sell" link.

2. Who

GDPR: all EU residents. CCPA: California residents.

3. Threshold

GDPR: no revenue minimum. CCPA: $25M+ or 100K+ consumers.

4. Fines

GDPR: €20M/4%. CCPA: $2,500-$7,500 per violation.

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  • Auto geo-detection
  • GDPR + CCPA in one platform
  • Google Certified CMP
  • From €0/month

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