The PCPD joined the Global Privacy Enforcement Network (GPEN) earlier to conduct a global privacy protection sweep (Sweep) on more than 1,000 websites and mobile applications (apps) globally under the theme of “Deceptive Design Patterns”.
A global joint report was issued today upon completion of the Sweep. A total of 52 authorities was coordinated jointly by GPEN and the International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN).
The participating enforcement authorities encourage businesses to design their online platforms or apps in a manner that enables users to make informed privacy-protective choices that reflect their preferences. Good privacy-protective designs include:
Make the most privacy-protective option as the default choice;
Emphasise the provision of privacy options to users;
Avoid using biased language and design, and present privacy choices in a fair and transparent manner;
Allow users to easily find privacy information, log out, or delete an account without the need for multiple clicks; and
Provide timely relevant consent options to users.
https://www.pcpd.org.hk/misc/dpoc/newsletter.html
The Sweep report is here - https://www.privacyenforcement.net/content/2024-gpen-sweep-deceptive-design-patterns-reports-english-and-french.