Starbucks and TrustArc add fake cookie processing delay if you don't click agree (twitter.com)

Article summary

The article discusses how Starbucks and TrustArc add a fake cookie processing delay if a user does not click agree to their cookie policy. This delay is seen as a way to dissuade users from opting out of cookie tracking. The discussion revolves around whether this practice is in breach of the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive. The delay is reportedly used by other websites that use TrustArc as well.

Main themes

• GDPR and ePrivacy Directive
• cookie tracking and consent
• dark patterns and manipulation
• regulation and enforcement
• online privacy and security
• ad blockers and tracking prevention

What commenters say

• Implementing a delay for opting out of cookie tracking is a violation of the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive.
• The delay is a trivial issue and does not violate any laws.
• Regulation is necessary to prevent companies from using dark patterns to manipulate users into accepting cookie tracking.
• The fine for violating the GDPR should be significant, such as 1% or 50% of the company's global turnover.
• The delay is not a significant issue as users can simply use ad blockers or other tools to avoid tracking.
• The practice of adding a delay for opting out is coercive and punishes users for choosing to respect their privacy.
• The lack of enforcement of the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive is a sign of underfunding and lack of prioritization by governments.