Hoover, AL – Digital Marketing – Data Collection Changes Due to Privacy Concerns

By 2024, there will be no third-party data to rely on. According to Google, third-party cookies will no longer be available. Advertisers will not be able to track web activity as they have been. They will now have to use first-party data for gathering consumer information and targeting. We discuss the change and how brands can better protect their business and customers using new data collection strategies.

THIRD-PARTY DATA

Third-party data is sold to marketers when consumers are unaware of the situation. Although this practice has given businesses a bad reputation, it provides data useful for understanding consumer behavior. The problem is that it has errors that could lead to ineffective audience targeting. Which then leads to wasted marketing dollars and exposes the business to privacy risks. There is now an increase in data laws which is leading big companies to turn away from third-party cookies.

FIRST-PARTY DATA

With no third-party data to use, companies must now use first-party information. First-party cookies are collected through the website you visit. It is stored by that domain and is not shared with other companies or advertisers.

This information comes directly from customers. Therefore, trends and forecasting will be more accurate in predicting your audience’s behavior. Using first-party data will help develop marketing campaigns that better align with consumer preferences.

COLLECTING FIRST-PARTY DATA

With first-party data, your business is responsible for collecting information about your consumers. The strategy you use will depend on your type of business. Here are some ways you can collect information:

• Landing Page
• Marketing tools like Google Analytics
• Customer Relationship Management
• Customer Data Platform
• Social Media Platforms

When you collect first-party data, there are privacy regulations you have to follow. You must inform consumers how their information is going to be used. You also need to provide an opt-out option. In the process, it is essential to provide the consumer with something of value in exchange for their email. Here are a few ways you can do that:

• Email Marketing
• Landing Pages & Paid Ads
• Social Media 
• Loyalty Programs or Membership
• Offer Free Content
• Surveys
• Registration Forms
• Create a Network of Leads

The end of third-party data is quickly approaching. Now is the time to plan your first-party strategy. You can map out how you will collect data and determine ways in which you can better target your audience. The more you know about your customers, the more you can improve the customer experience, and first-party data can help.

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