the importance of notifying users to cookies and privacy

 Research -
1)Why do we need cookie notification popup windows for consent, and when is it okay not to use them for a small business?

Note from :https://www.iubenda.com/en/help/21985-cookie-banner-do-you-really-need-one-and-how-can-you-get-a-cookie-notice-for-your-website

If you’re doing business in California or you’re targeting California-based users, you should comply with the CCPA requirement of informing your users of any selling activity and allow them to opt-out. This means that you should display a notice of collection and a “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” (DNSMPI) link. Learn more here.

 

Here's a free  cookie consent tutorial https://www.bitdoze.com/add-cookie-notice-carrd/

 

2) Is it ever okay not to have your own privacy policy on a website with small businesses?

Note from: https://www.enzuzo.com/blog/does-your-website-need-privacy-policy

Yes, every website that collects personal information (including email addresses) needs a privacy policy. This is true whether you run an ecommerce store, an information and news website, a SaaS application, or even a personal webpage.