Social Media

A Facebook business page is one of the most widely used social media marketing tools. Today, it is rare to find a company that doesn't maintain a Facebook presence. After all, the social network offers a practical and direct way to connect with customers and prospects—whether through regular company posts on current topics or targeted advertisements.

Whether you are already using the Meta Pixel or are just planning to implement it, here you will find everything you need to know about the data protection requirements and how to use the Meta Pixel in a way that is as GDPR-compliant as possible.

For many privacy advocates, Meta is a red flag. It seems the Facebook parent company would rather pay fines than provide adequate protection for user data. In July 2023, Meta launched a new app: its latest venture is the Twitter clone "Threads." Potential users in Europe are still waiting for the app, though that is not (entirely) due to data protection concerns.

Using WhatsApp for business? From a data protection perspective, it’s not a great idea, as app providers are also subject to the GDPR. We highlight the risks and introduce popular messenger alternatives like Threema and Signal.

Online networks like LinkedIn make it easier to build and maintain professional connections. However, the information users are required to provide is usually personal data and should be protected accordingly.

Is Signal a secure messenger? As an alternative to the market leader WhatsApp, Signal is becoming increasingly popular. But how does Signal stack up when it comes to data privacy, GDPR, and related issues?