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French data watchdog plans to consult on GDPR consent proof for marketing

( January 23, 2026, 15:07 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: France’s Data Protection Authority will carry out a consultation on proof of consent in marketing to help it clarify data protection requirements and prepare guidelines, the regulator has said. Under the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation, companies must be able to prove they have obtained free, informed and clear user consent to process their personal data for marketing purposes. Companies will be able to submit opinions on their current practices and difficulties in demonstrating valid consent, the regulator said.Statement follows (in French). ...

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