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GDPR and review marketing: What businesses need to know in 2026

Legally compliant invitation processes, privacy in AI processing and protection of customers’ personal data.

GDPR and review marketing: What businesses need to know in 2026

Making review requests legally compliant

Asking customers for feedback by email or SMS requires a clear legal basis. Violating advertising and data protection rules can result in costly legal warnings.

The 3 basic rules for GDPR compliance

  1. Obtain consent: Automated email invitations require an opt-in.
  2. Respect anonymity: Customers must be free to choose whether their first name is shown.
  3. Secure servers: Process data exclusively on certified servers in the EU.
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