3 Costly CCPA Compliance Mistakes eCommerce Stores Must Avoid in 2025
If you sell products online and have customers in California, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) applies to you — even if your business isn’t based there. Yet most eCommerce stores are still getting it wrong. Here’s how to avoid the most common mistakes — and protect your revenue, reputation, and compliance status. Why CCPA Compliance Matters CCPA isn’t just about legal checkboxes. It’s about protecting customer data and building trust — and it’s enforceable. Penalties range from $2,500 to $7,500 per violation . Even more importantly, 60% of shoppers abandon carts if they feel their data isn’t handled properly. 3 Common Mistakes #eCommerce Stores Make 1. No “Do Not Sell My Info” Link California law requires this link for all users in the state. Hiding it in the footer (or not offering it at all) puts you at risk. 2. Weak or Non-Compliant Cookie Banners Basic banners aren’t enough. CCPA requires real consent — and that consent must be logged and actionable. 3. Ou...