<h2>Where Privacy, Verification, and Data Ownership Converge</h2>
<p>Privacy is no longer just a compliance checkbox – it’s the foundation of trust in the digital world. At AesirX, we've pioneered the Decentralized Seamless Compliant Business Model, a <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/solutions/analytics" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">privacy-first</a></span> framework that enables businesses to interact with consumers without processing or storing their personal data.</p>
<p>This approach is not only compliant by design - it’s built for long-term scalability and alignment with global digital identity standards.</p>
<p>The model is made possible by combining:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Blockchain-based digital identity (via Concordium and others)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Indirect Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs)</li>
<li aria-level="1">EUDI Wallets and mDL Wallets</li>
<li aria-level="1"><span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://shield.aesirx.io" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX Shield of Privacy (SoP)</a></span></li>
<li aria-level="1"><span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/solutions/consent-management-platform" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX Consent Management Platform (CMP)</a></span></li>
</ul>
<p>These technologies collectively redefine how personal data is verified and protected online- while remaining frictionless for the user and scalable for organizations.</p>
<h2>Concordium + MitID + Shield of Privacy: Already Live and Proven</h2>
<p>Two years ago, we became the first to integrate indirect Zero-Knowledge Proofs into a working identity and consent architecture - launching the first version of the <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://shield.aesirx.io" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX Shield of Privacy</a></span> together with Concordium, a leading Layer 1 blockchain with built-in ID verification.</p>
<p>This milestone was achieved through Denmark’s MitID national eID system, allowing Danish citizens to:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Create a Concordium ID and wallet using MitID</li>
<li aria-level="1">Grant granular, revocable <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/solutions/consent-management-platform" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">consent using the AesirX CMP</a></span></li>
<li aria-level="1">And perform real-time age and country verification through our Shield of Privacy, without sharing their personal data</li>
</ul>
<p>This working setup enables users to verify they are, for example, over 18 and living in Denmark - without exposing their birthdate or address. The business receives proof, not personal information, and does not become a data processor or controller.</p>
<p>This is not a prototype. It is live. It is operational. And it works.</p>
<h2>Shield of Privacy: Redefining Online Credential Verification</h2>
<p>At the heart of our framework is the AesirX Shield of Privacy, designed to act as a privacy firewall between the user and the digital service. The SoP enables:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Verification without exposure</li>
<li aria-level="1">Consent without loss of control</li>
<li aria-level="1">Compliance without risk of overreach</li>
</ul>
<p>While many in the blockchain space still explore Zero-Knowledge Proofs for performance gains, we were the first to deploy indirect ZKPs as a privacy and compliance layer - specifically for protecting digital identities and enabling arms-length, compliant business models.</p>
<p>It gives businesses the ability to engage users in ways that respect privacy, eliminate liability, and build trust.</p>
<p><img src="https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/shield-of-privacy-redefining-online-credential-verification.png" alt="shield of privacy redefining online credential verification" width="1200" height="628" /></p>
<h2>Decentralized Identity Standards: EUDI Wallets and mDL Wallets</h2>
<p>The global trend is moving in the same direction.</p>
<p>EUDI Wallets, under the European Union’s Digital Identity Framework, and mobile Driving License (mDL) Wallets, emerging globally under ISO standards, will soon allow users to store and present verifiable credentials on their devices.</p>
<p>Through integration with SoP and CMP, these wallets can be used to:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Confirm age eligibility</li>
<li aria-level="1">Prove country of residence</li>
<li aria-level="1">Secure access to regulated services</li>
</ul>
<p>Without disclosing unnecessary information.</p>
<p>Without storing personal data in corporate databases.</p>
<p>And without shifting liability to businesses.</p>
<p>Our vision - and active development - ensures that indirect ZKPs and privacy-preserving verifications become standard capabilities of EUDI and mDL Wallets, just as we’ve proven with Concordium and MitID.</p>
<h2>SoP + CMP: The Foundation of Privacy-Native Architecture</h2>
<p>Together, our core privacy technologies create a secure, compliant, and user-controlled identity infrastructure:</p>
<h3>AesirX CMP (Consent Management Platform)</h3>
<p>Our <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/solutions/consent-management-platform" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">first-party CMP</a></span> enables direct, transparent consent handling between the website or e-commerce owner and the visitor. Consent is captured at the point of interaction and managed in a compliant, auditable way - without relying on third-party intermediaries.</p>
<p>When&nbsp;<span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://shield.aesirx.io" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">decentralized identity</a></span> is in use, the CMP can also support decentralized consent, where the wallet signs the consent request, delivering cryptographic proof of the user's intent.</p>
<p>Combined with the Shield of Privacy, this model ensures that consent is not only freely given and revocable, but also verifiable and privacy-respecting by design.</p>
<h3>AesirX Shield of Privacy (SoP)</h3>
<p>Verifications happen through indirect ZKPs, meaning businesses never see or store the underlying data. They receive only proof of compliance.</p>
<p>This stack allows any organization to:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Deliver regulation-compliant services (GDPR, ePrivacy, etc.)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Offer secure identity and age verification</li>
<li aria-level="1">Eliminate exposure to PII</li>
<li aria-level="1">Build trust through transparency and consent</li>
</ul>
<h2>Built to Scale Across Industries and Jurisdictions</h2>
<p>Our architecture is adaptable across a wide range of sectors:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>eCommerce:</strong> Age or region verification without user profiling</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Gaming &amp; Media:</strong> Restricted content access with privacy safeguards</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Financial Services:</strong> KYC light models through verified credentials</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Public Sector:</strong> Government service access without centralized identity silos</li>
</ul>
<p>What we've demonstrated in Denmark with Concordium + MitID is a working model - designed to scale and align with future identity standards globally.</p>
<h2>The Opportunity for First Movers</h2>
<p>We believe this is the future of digital interaction:</p>
<p>Compliant by design. Privacy-preserving by architecture. And completely user-centric.</p>
<p>We are now inviting forward-thinking organizations and companies - those who want to be first movers in privacy-first digital identity and compliance - to join us.</p>
<h4>If you're exploring:</h4>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">New ways to meet regulatory requirements</li>
<li aria-level="1">Secure onboarding and identity verification</li>
<li aria-level="1">Integration with EUDI Wallets, mDLs, or Concordium</li>
<li aria-level="1">Decentralized infrastructure and consent with zero data liability</li>
</ul>
<p>We’d like to work with you.</p>
<p>Let’s explore how the <strong>Decentralized Seamless Compliant Business Model</strong> can be implemented in your organization today.</p>
<p>Ronni K. Gothard Christiansen<br />CEO &amp; Technical Compliance Expert, AesirX.io</p>
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<p>References:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/solutions/consent-management-platform" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX. Consent Management Platform</a>.&nbsp;</span></li>
<li aria-level="1"><span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://www.concordium.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">Concordium. Official Website</a>.&nbsp;</span></li>
<li aria-level="1"><span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://www.iso.org/standard/69084.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">International Organization for Standardization. ISO/IEC 18013-5:2021.</a></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/eudi-regulation" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">European Commission. European Digital Identity (EUID) Regulation.</a>&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>

The Decentralized, Seamless, Compliant Business Model

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Verify users without storing their data. AesirX makes privacy-first, compliant interactions possible with its decentralized, compliant model.

<p><span class="fw-semibold" style="color: #808080; font-size: 18pt;">You love WordPress. It's easy to use, versatile, and with plugins like Jetpack, WooCommerce, Elementor, and Contact Form 7, you've built a site that reflects your brand. But what if those very plugins are unknowingly putting your business and users' privacy at risk?</span></p>
<p>Many WordPress plugins rely on third-party services that may not align with data privacy regulations like GDPR and ePrivacy Directive. This can lead to unintended data collection, non-compliance, and potential legal issues.</p>
<p>In this blog, we'll outline these WordPress compliance challenges and introduce AesirX’s First-Party Product Suite as the solution to secure your site, strengthen your compliance efforts, and simplify the technical aspects of aligning with ePD and GDPR.</p>
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<p class="mb-3 mb-sm-0 pe-sm-4"><strong>Is Your WordPress Site Meeting GDPR and ePrivacy Directive Compliance Requirements?</strong></p>
<p class="mb-3 mb-sm-0 pe-sm-4">Scan your site now with the <a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AesirX Privacy Scanner</a> and uncover hidden compliance risks.</p>
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<h2>The WordPress Compliance Gap: GDPR, ePD, and Plugins</h2>
<p>If your website serves EU users, GDPR isn’t the only law you need to follow. The ePrivacy Directive (ePD) regulates all tracking technologies, including cookies, metadata, web beacons, device fingerprinting, and other tracking methods. However, many WordPress plugins fail to comply – they may display consent banners but still deploy tracking before obtaining explicit user consent, violating ePD Article 5(3) and GDPR Article 4(11).</p>
<p>To improve GDPR and ePrivacy Directive compliance and mitigate <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/blog/first-party-server/6-benefits-of-using-first-party-servers-for-analytics" style="color: #1ab394;">legal risks</a></span>, plugins should:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Block all cookies and trackers until consent is given (ePD requirements).</li>
<li aria-level="1">Offer granular consent options for different types of tracking.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Integrate seamlessly with consent management systems to prevent unauthorized data collection.</li>
</ul>
<p>Without these protections, websites risk non-compliance and loss of user trust. Not all Consent Management Platforms (CMPs) are compliant; some falsely claim compliance while still transmitting data before obtaining consent.</p>
<h2>3 Key WordPress Plugin Compliance Challenges &amp; Solutions</h2>
<h3>1. Uncontrolled Third-Party Data Sharing:&nbsp;</h3>
<p>Plugins often transmit user data to external services (payment processors, analytics tools) without transparency or consent, violating GDPR Articles 5(1)(a) and 6.</p>
<p>❌ <strong>Non-Compliance:</strong> A WooCommerce store’s payment gateway shares user payment details with fraud detection services without informing users. While some services rely on legitimate interest (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)), they must conduct a Legitimate Interest Assessment (LIA) and disclose data processing in their privacy policy.</p>
<p>✅<strong> Improved Compliance:</strong> The store ensures that its payment processor has a valid legal basis, such as legitimate interest with a completed LIA, and that users are informed of this processing in the privacy policy, with the right to object under GDPR Article 21.</p>
<p><strong>How to Fix It:</strong> Review plugin data-sharing policies before installation. Prioritize ePD/GDPR-compliant services and block third-party transmissions until consent.</p>
<h3>2. Inadequate User Consent Management:&nbsp;</h3>
<p>GDPR and ePrivacy Directive compliance require clear, informed, and freely given consent (GDPR Article 4(11)) before collecting personal data. However, many plugins deploy tracking scripts or set cookies before explicit consent, violating GDPR Article 4(11) and ePD Article 5(3).</p>
<p>❌ <strong>Non-Compliance:</strong> A site using Contact Form 7 collects names and emails without explicit consent, tracking user behavior before approval.</p>
<p>✅ <strong>Improved Compliance:</strong> The site integrates a Consent Management Platform (CMP) like AesirX CMP, which blocks all tracking until the user explicitly consents. It also allows users to manage their preferences at any time and provides verifiable consent logging, enabling businesses to demonstrate compliance (GDPR Article 7(1)).</p>
<p><strong>How to Fix It:</strong> Use a fully compliant CMP so all plugins respect user preferences and delay tracking scripts until consent is given.</p>
<h3>3. Data Security and Storage Risks:&nbsp;</h3>
<p>Storing user data on third-party servers increases security risks. Many plugins automatically send backups or analytics data to external providers, exposing data to unauthorized access and regulatory penalties.</p>
<p>❌ <strong>Non-Compliance:</strong> A backup plugin stores user data (e.g., emails, form submissions) on a non-EU cloud service, where compliance with both GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive (ePD) isn’t guaranteed. Without proper safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs), or an adequacy decision, this violates GDPR Chapter V (transfers of personal data to third countries). Without direct control over the storage infrastructure, the website cannot implement encryption or required security measures.</p>
<p>✅<strong> Improved Compliance:</strong> The website hosts backups on a first-party server or uses a provider within the EU that meets both GDPR and the ePD’s requirements for cookie consent and tracking technologies. This provides full control over encryption and access management.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>How to Fix It:</strong> Avoid storing user data on third-party servers unless GDPR Chapter V transfer mechanisms (SCCs, BCRs, or adequacy decisions) are in place. Use a first-party server or a provider that complies with both GDPR and the ePD within the EU. While a first-party server reduces compliance risks, businesses must also follow GDPR’s security principles (Article 32), apply data minimization (Article 5(1)(c)), and ensure lawful processing (Article 6).</p>
<p><img src="https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/inadequate-user-consent-management.png" alt="inadequate user consent management" width="942" height="791" /></p>
<h2>Improving Your WordPress Setup for GDPR and ePrivacy Directive Compliance: 3 Key Steps</h2>
<h3>1. Conduct a Privacy Audit:&nbsp;</h3>
<p>Start by using the AesirX Privacy Scanner to perform a comprehensive <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">privacy audit</a></span> of your website. This tool detects privacy risks by scanning your data collection practices, third-party integrations, and consent mechanisms against GDPR and ePD requirements. It identifies where consent is missing, which scripts load pre-consent, and what actions are needed to mitigate compliance risks.</p>
<h3>2. Use a Privacy-First Consent Platform:&nbsp;</h3>
<p>Deploy a GDPR- and ePD-compliant <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/solutions/consent-management-platform" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">Consent Management Platform (CMP)</a></span> that fully blocks tracking and data collection until users explicitly consent. A self-hosted, first-party CMP puts you in full control of data processing and compliance.<br /><br />A compliant CMP should:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Prevent data collection pre-consent (including analytics, tracking pixels, and embedded content).</li>
<li aria-level="1">Offer transparent, granular consent options for categories like marketing, analytics, and functional cookies (GDPR Article 7(2)).</li>
<li aria-level="1">Ensure consent is freely given, specific, informed, and revocable.</li>
</ul>
<h3>3. Strictly Control Third-Party Script Execution:&nbsp;</h3>
<p>Many WordPress plugins and services load external scripts automatically when a page is accessed – violating GDPR’s explicit consent requirements (Articles 4(11) and 7) and ePD 5(3). To comply:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Restrict Script Execution:</strong> Configure your CMP to block all non-essential scripts (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, YouTube embeds) until users provide explicit consent, maintaining full compliance with ePD 5(3) and GDPR 7(1).</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Run Privacy Audits:</strong> Use AesirX Privacy Scanner to check that all scripts remain blocked pre-consent. Even Google Tag Manager (GTM) must stay fully restricted to prevent hidden data transfers.</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Check Vendor Compliance:</strong> You are legally responsible for third-party tools on your site. Partner only with vendors that follow GDPR and ePD, or switch to privacy-first alternatives.</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/improving-your-wordpress-setup-for-gdpr-and-eprivacy-directive-compliance-3-key-steps.png" alt="improving your wordpress setup for gdpr and eprivacy directive compliance 3 key steps" width="942" height="1192" /></p>
<h2>Strengthen Data Control with AesirX First-Party Product Suite</h2>
<p><span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/first-party-server" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX First-Party Product Suite</a></span>&nbsp;eliminates third-party dependencies, allowing you to maintain full control over tracking and analytics while aligning with GDPR, ePD, and PECR.</p>
<p>Instead of relying on third-party solutions that introduce risks, AesirX provides privacy-first tools that keep your data under your control, reducing compliance challenges while improving user trust and site efficiency.</p>
<h3>How AesirX First-Party Product Suite enhances WordPress compliance and data management:</h3>
<h4>1. AesirX Analytics: Cookieless, ePD/GDPR Compliant Insights</h4>
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<p><span>First-party data analytics – no third-party tracking or cookies.</span></p>
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<p><span> Full control over data access and usage.</span></p>
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<h4>2. AesirX Consent Management: Customizable, ePD/GDPR-Compliant Banners</h4>
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<p><span>Supports GDPR, ePD, PECR, CCPA, and more.</span></p>
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<p><span>Customizable, multilingual consent banners.</span></p>
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<p><span>Blocks all unauthorized trackers until explicit consent is given.</span></p>
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<p><span>Supports granular consent options (GDPR 7(2)), empowering users to control their data preferences.</span></p>
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<h4>3. AesirX Business Intelligence: Privacy-First Data for Smarter Decisions</h4>
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<p><span>Helps make data-driven decisions while protecting user privacy.</span></p>
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<h4>4. AesirX First-Party Server: Full Data Control &amp; Security</h4>
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<p><span>Stores data in your own environment, avoiding third-party risks.</span></p>
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<p><span>Strengthens security and compliance. </span></p>
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<p>A first-party server strengthens data security and compliance by giving businesses full control, but GDPR still requires organizations to implement encryption, access controls (Article 32), data minimization (Article 5(1)(c)), and ensure a lawful processing basis (Article 6).</p>
<h3>Why Choose AesirX First-Party Product Suite?</h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Simplify consent management and gain actionable insights with intuitive dashboards.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Achieve GDPR and ePrivacy Directive compliance with customizable consent banners and verifiable consent logging.&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Gain full ownership of your data – <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/first-party-server" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">first-party privacy solution</a>s</span>, no third-party exposure.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Simplify WordPress Compliance and Strengthen Data Protection</h2>
<p>With AesirX First-Party Product Suite, <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/blog/first-party-server/managing-data-privacy-on-first-party-servers-8-key-principles" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">WordPress compliance challenges</a></span> become easier to manage. You get a full suite of privacy-first tools that help you align with regulations while streamlining data protection.</p>
<p>By eliminating third-party data sharing, implementing explicit user consent, and giving you full control over data storage and processing, AesirX helps you meet GDPR and ePrivacy Directive compliance requirements. You prevent unauthorized tracking, maintain transparency, and build trust – all while keeping your WordPress site running smoothly.</p>
<h3>Take Control of Your Data Today. Download <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io/first-party" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX First-Party Product Suite</a></span>&nbsp;now to streamline GDPR and ePrivacy Directive compliance, reduce third-party risks, and protect your users' data.</h3>

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<p><span class="fw-semibold" style="color: #808080; font-size: 18pt;">With Free GDPR Plugins for AesirX First-Party Foundation</span></p>
<p>Are you a WordPress user looking for a free GDPR plugin to protect user privacy and ensure your website complies with the General Data Protection Regulation? Do the complexities of data protection feel overwhelming?</p>
<p>You’re not alone. Many WordPress users—especially bloggers, freelancers, and hobbyists—face challenges with GDPR compliance for WordPress. The good news is that there’s a simple, free, and powerful solution: AesirX First-Party Foundation, a GDPR plugin for small WordPress sites.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>This guide will show you <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io/first-party" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">how to make your WordPress site GDPR-compliant for free</a></span> using AesirX First-Party Foundation, a powerful open-source GDPR compliance plugin for WordPress that puts you in control of your website’s data.</p>
<p><img src="https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/how-to-make-your-wordpress-site-gdpr-compliant-for-free.png" alt="how to make your wordpress site gdpr compliant for free" width="1200" height="630" /></p>
<h2>Understanding the GDPR Challenge</h2>
<p>Imagine a visitor from Germany lands on your photography portfolio, admires your landscapes, and signs up for your newsletter. Under GDPR, you must clearly explain how you’ll use their email, get their explicit consent, offer an easy way to unsubscribe, and protect their data through secure storage. If they decide to purchase a print, you must also inform them how their payment data will be processed and handled securely.</p>
<p>GDPR applies to any data that can identify an individual, such as names, emails, IP addresses, and other information that can be linked to a person. This includes behavioral data, but only if it can be connected to an identifiable individual. Compliance is not just a legal obligation; it’s about respecting privacy and building trust. Failing to comply can lead to heavy fines (up to €20 million or 4% of your annual global turnover, whichever is higher) and damage to your reputation.</p>
<h2>Why AesirX First-Party Foundation is the Ideal WordPress Compliance Plugin</h2>
<p>Unlike third-party tools like Google Analytics, which track user data across multiple websites and may risk violating GDPR, <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io/first-party" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX First-Party Foundation</a></span> allows you to collect data directly from your users in a way that's both ethical and transparent. It offers a privacy-first, GDPR-compliant data collection system that prioritizes user trust.</p>
<p>Here's what makes AesirX First-Party Foundation stand out:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Free and Open Source:</strong> No cost involved, and the open-source nature promotes transparency and community support. This makes it one of the best free WordPress plugins for compliance.</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Comprehensive Privacy Solution:</strong> Offers a complete set of GDPR compliance tools for WordPress to manage various aspects of data privacy and GDPR compliance.</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Easy to Use:</strong> Even if you're a complete beginner, you can easily install and configure AesirX. It's as simple as installing any other WordPress plugin. It's an easy GDPR solution for WordPress beginners.</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Enhanced User Trust:</strong> When you prioritize user privacy, you build trust and credibility. Visitors are more likely to engage with your website and become loyal followers.</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Privacy-First Analytics:</strong> Gain valuable insights about your visitors to improve your content and services, while respecting their privacy.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Key Components of AesirX First-Party Foundation</h2>
<p>⮕&nbsp;<strong>AesirX Analytics:</strong> Monitor website traffic, user behavior, and marketing performance using first-party data. Designed for privacy and compliance, it avoids reliance on third-party trackers.</p>
<p>⮕&nbsp;<strong>AesirX Business Intelligence:</strong> Gain valuable insights from first-party data to understand your audience and improve engagement. Supports data-driven decisions with a focus on privacy.</p>
<p>⮕&nbsp;<strong>AesirX Shield of Privacy:</strong> Provides users with decentralized consent management, giving them control over their data. Features include pseudonymization to protect personal details and the ability to revoke consent at any time.</p>
<p>⮕ <strong>AesirX First-Party Server:</strong> Host and manage your data on your own infrastructure to avoid risks associated with third-party data sharing while prioritizing security and privacy.</p>
<p><img src="https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/how-to-make-your-wordpress-site-gdpr-compliant-for-free-with-aesirx.png" alt="how to make your wordpress site gdpr compliant for free with aesirx" width="942" height="795" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>How to Make Your WordPress Site GDPR-Compliant for Free with AesirX</em></p>
<h2>Step-by-Step Guide to GDPR Compliance for WordPress Users with AesirX First-Party Foundation</h2>
<p>AesirX First-Party Foundation combines multiple tools to simplify GDPR compliance for WordPress websites, including AesirX Analytics (for data collection), AesirX Business Intelligence (for visualizing insights), AesirX Shield of Privacy (for consent management platform), and AesirX First-Party Server (for secure data storage). By installing the AesirX Analytics &amp; CMP plugin on WordPress, you can seamlessly integrate these powerful features into your website.</p>
<p>Here’s how to make your WordPress site GDPR-compliant for free using the AesirX First-Party Foundation Plugin:</p>
<h3>1. Install the AesirX First-Party Foundation Plugin</h3>
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<li aria-level="1">Go to your WordPress dashboard.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Navigate to <strong>Plugins &gt; Add New</strong>, and search for <strong>AesirX Analytics</strong>.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Install and activate the free <strong>AesirX First-Party Foundation plugin</strong>, which includes AesirX Analytics for GDPR-compliant data collection.</li>
</ul>
<h3>2. Create an AesirX Account and Obtain an Analytics License</h3>
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<li aria-level="1">Register on the <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://signup.aesirx.io" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX Sign-Up Page</a></span>.<br />(This will create your Shield of Privacy (SoP) account, which provides access to AesirX solutions and licenses.)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Choose your <strong>Shield of Privacy ID</strong>.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Select <strong>“First-Party Analytics”</strong> from the Solutions drop-down menu.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Complete registration to receive your <strong>license ID</strong> and confirmation email.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h3>3. Configure AesirX Analytics</h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Navigate to <strong>Settings &gt; AesirX Analytics</strong> in your WordPress dashboard.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Configure the server setup (internal or external) and ensure that consent is required before data collection.<br />(For detailed instructions on how to install the AesirX First-Party Server in WordPress, refer to our&nbsp;<span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://aesirx.io/documentation/analytics/video" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">video guide</a></span>.)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Paste your solution key and click <strong>“Save”</strong> to apply changes.</li>
</ul>
<h3>4. Set Up Consent Templates and Customize Consent Text</h3>
<p>AesirX provides two consent modes for GDPR compliance:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Simple Consent Mode:</strong> No data is collected or shared until users provide explicit consent. Includes Reject and Consent options.</li>
<li aria-level="1"><strong>Default Template (Recommended):</strong> Data is preloaded with denied parameters, and no data is collected until consent is given. Includes Reject, Consent, and <strong>Decentralized Consent</strong> options for greater user control, allowing users to revoke consent at any time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Steps:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Go to <strong>AesirX BI &gt; Consent &gt; Consent Templates</strong>.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Input your <strong>Google Tag ID</strong> and <strong>Google Tag Manager ID</strong> (optional).</li>
<li aria-level="1">Choose your preferred consent mode.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Customize the consent text with a clear message explaining how data is collected.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Click <strong>“Save”</strong>.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;<img src="https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/how-to-make-your-wordpress-site-gdpr-compliant-for-free-consent-management.png" alt="how to make your wordpress site gdpr compliant for free consent management" width="942" height="1048" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>How to make your WordPress site GDPR-compliant for free: consent management</em></p>
<h3>5. Access BI Dashboard for Insights</h3>
<p>Access the AesirX Business Intelligence (BI) dashboard to gain real-time insights on acquisition, user behavior, visitor tracking, consent data, and more.</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Tailor the dashboard to display the most relevant metrics for your site.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Export reports in PDF for easy sharing and analysis.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;<img src="https/api.aesirx.io/images/https/api.aesirx.io/images/how-aesirx-bi-enables-real-time-insights.png" alt="how aesirx bi enables real time insights" width="942" height="654" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em>How to make your WordPress site GDPR-compliant for free: Privacy-first analytics</em></p>
<h3>6. Monitor Compliance Regularly</h3>
<p>To stay compliant, regularly review your website’s compliance and address any issues immediately:</p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Use <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX Privacy Scanner</a></span> to manually check compliance.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Use <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io/pricing" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="background-color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 1rem; color: #1ab394;">AesirX Privacy Monitoring</a></span><span style="background-color: inherit; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: 1rem; caret-color: auto;"> for automated, real-time compliance checks.</span></li>
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<h2>Benefits for WordPress Users</h2>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Simplified Compliance</strong></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Makes <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io/why-privacy-monitoring" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">GDPR compliance for bloggers</a></span> and other users easy and accessible, even for beginners.</p>
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<p><strong>Improved User Privacy</strong></p>
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<p>Protects user data and creates a privacy-conscious space on your website. These are essential <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io/first-party" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">privacy-first tools for WordPress compliance</a></span>.</p>
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<p><strong>Enhanced Website Performance</strong></p>
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<p>By reducing reliance on third-party scripts, AesirX can improve your website's loading speed and overall performance.</p>
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<p><strong>Greater Control and Transparency</strong></p>
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<p>Gives you full control over your data and provides transparent insights into your website's audience.</p>
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<p><strong>Learn more about how to bring GDPR compliance to your WordPress site for free with <span style="color: #1ab394;"><a href="https://privacyscanner.aesirx.io/first-party" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #1ab394;">AesirX First-Party Foundation</a></span> – Protect user privacy, take control of your data, and build trust with your audience.</strong></p>
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