Privacy Policy Template

Attorney-ReviewedUnited StatesUpdated January 20, 2026

What is This Document?

A Privacy Policy is a legal document that explains how your website or app collects, uses, stores, and protects user data. It is required by law in most jurisdictions (GDPR in Europe, CCPA in California, KVKK in Turkey) for any website that collects personal information.

When You Need This

  • Any website that collects user data
  • E-commerce stores
  • SaaS applications
  • Mobile apps
  • Websites using cookies or analytics
  • Email newsletter sign-ups

Who Uses This?

  • Any website or app collecting user data
  • E-commerce businesses
  • SaaS platforms
  • Mobile app developers
  • Businesses operating in GDPR, CCPA, or KVKK jurisdictions

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What Happens If Misused or Missing?

  • Without policy: GDPR fines up to €20M or 4% global revenue, CCPA penalties up to $7,500 per violation, KVKK fines up to 1,946,000 TL
  • Outdated policy: non-compliance if data practices change
  • Missing cookie disclosure: ePrivacy Directive violations
  • No data breach procedure: increased liability and regulatory scrutiny

Legal Disclaimer

This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney before use.

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EchoLegal, “Privacy Policy Template,” EchoLegal Legal Encyclopedia, v1.0 (last updated Jan 20, 2026), https://echo-legal.com/en/contracts/privacy-policy.

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Privacy Policy Template, EchoLegal Legal Encyclopedia (last updated Jan 20, 2026), https://echo-legal.com/en/contracts/privacy-policy.

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