Telekommunikation-Telemedien-Datenschutz-Gesetz (TTDSG)
What does TTDSG mean?
The Telekommunikation-Telemedien-Datenschutz-Gesetz (TTDSG) is Germany’s law (in force since 2021) governing cookies, local storage, and other access to information on user devices.
How does TTDSG work?
Before storing or accessing information on a device (cookies, local storage, fingerprinting), websites generally need explicit consent, except for technologies strictly necessary to deliver a service the user requested.
Why is it important?
TTDSG complements the GDPR by focusing on device-level privacy, reinforcing Germany’s strict approach to cookie consent.
FAQs about the TTDSG
Yes—if you serve German users.
GDPR regulates personal data processing. TTDSG regulates device access, even when the data is not personal.
Only those strictly necessary for user-requested services (e.g., login, cart, security, load balancing).
No. Analytics are non-essential and require prior consent.
TTDSG fines can reach €300,000; GDPR penalties may also apply for related processing issues.