Joomla System - Global Privacy Control Extension

Prioritize user privacy on your Joomla site with "System - Global Privacy Control," a robust plugin that detects the Global Privacy Control (GPC) browser header and adjusts Joomla Access Levels accordingly. This tool automatically adds or removes access for components, modules, or plugins that set tracking cookies, ensuring compliance with users’ preferences to opt out of data sharing or sales—effortlessly and behind the scenes.

How It Works

"System - Global Privacy Control" isn’t a plug-and-play solution; it demands careful planning and configuration to unlock its full potential. As an administrator, you’ll create an Opt-In group and access level, then assign it within the plugin settings. Here’s how it operates:

- When a user arrives with Global Privacy Control disabled (no Sec-GPC: 1 header or equivalent signal), the plugin adds the specified access level, allowing any assigned tracking components, modules, or plugins to run.
- When a user enables GPC (signaling Sec-GPC: 1), the access level is removed, blocking those elements and respecting their privacy preference.

This automatic adjustment works for both logged-in users and guests, requiring no user action—privacy protection happens seamlessly in the background. For those unfamiliar with GPC, it’s a browser-level signal (supported by browsers like Firefox, Brave, and extensions like Privacy Badger) that communicates a user’s desire to opt out of data sharing, recognized under laws like California’s CCPA. Learn more at globalprivacycontrol.org.

Why Choose System - Global Privacy Control?

GPC builds on the legacy of the System - Do Not Track plugin, offering a legally enforceable opt-out signal in jurisdictions like California, where businesses must honor it as a valid request under the CCPA. This plugin bridges Joomla’s capabilities with modern privacy standards, giving you granular control over tracking features while respecting user choices. It’s ideal for privacy-focused sites, but success hinges on strategic setup—plan your access levels and assignments to align with your site’s privacy goals.

Features

- Automatic Detection: No user interaction needed—detects GPC signals instantly.
- Dynamic Access Control: Adds or removes Joomla Access Levels based on GPC status, even for guests.
- Privacy Compliance: Ensures tracking components are disabled when users opt out, enhancing trust.
- Flexible Configuration: Requires thoughtful planning to assign components, modules, and plugins effectively.
- EU e-Privacy Directive: Direct, automatic integration with consent management offered by the System - EU e-Privacy Directive plugin

Elevate your Joomla site’s privacy with "System - Global Privacy Control"—the smart choice for administrators committed to respecting global privacy preferences. Ready to implement a cutting-edge privacy solution?