OPTIMIZING CONSUMER PRIVACY REQUESTS, CONSENT MANAGEMENT, AND COOKIE CONSENT: A LEGAL-TECHNICAL FRAMEWORK FOR COMPLIANCE AND TRUST

Consumer privacy management has become a critical aspect of digital governance, with regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) shaping the way businesses handle data.Organizations must efficiently manage consumer privacy requests, implement effective consent management mechanisms, and ensure cookie compliance while maintaining a seamless user experience.This paper provides a comprehensive framework for handling privacy-related obligations by addressing the legal, technical, and operational challenges involved.By analyzing industry best practices and presenting realistic implementation strategies, we propose an approach that balances compliance, business efficiency, and consumer trust.