Resolve Policy Issue: EU Special Category Content

Did you receive this error message in your AdMob account? Don’t worry, it was a bug from Google, and it should resolve itself within 1 to 5 days. If you want to learn more about what EU special category content entails, refer to the article below.

EU special category content refers to specific types of sensitive data protected under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This data includes:

• Racial or ethnic origin
• Political opinions
• Religious or philosophical beliefs
• Trade union membership
• Genetic data
• Biometric data (for identification)
• Health data
• Sex life or sexual orientation

The GDPR imposes strict rules on how this data is processed, as mishandling it can lead to significant violations and penalties.

Steps to Resolve AdMob Policy Issues Related to EU Special Category Content:

1. Review AdMob's Policies: Check AdMob’s policy s regarding GDPR compliance, particularly around sensitive data categories.
2. Identify Special Category Data: Audit your content and determine if it contains any of the special category data as defined by GDPR.
3. Check for Exceptions: Consider if any GDPR exceptions allow processing this data, such as obtaining explicit consent or fulfilling a legal obligation.
4. Remove or Anonymize: If processing special category data is not necessary, modify or anonymize the content to comply with GDPR rules.
5. Seek Professional Advice: If you're unsure how to proceed, consult a data privacy professional to ensure compliance.

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GDPR Compliance and AdMob: Avoiding Policy Violations

Ensuring your AdMob content adheres to EU data protection regulations is crucial. Here's a breakdown of the key terms:

• EU Data Protection (GDPR): The General Data Protection Regulation defines how user data is collected, stored, and used in the European Union.
• Sensitive Data Processing: GDPR offers special protections for specific data types like race, health information, or political views. AdMob policies likely restrict processing such data without proper consent .
• AdMob Policy Violation: Using sensitive data without following GDPR guidelines can lead to policy violations on the AdMob platform.
• EU User Consent: For processing certain types of data, GDPR mandates obtaining explicit user consent from those in the European Union .

By understanding these aspects of EU data protection and AdMob's policies, you can ensure your content complies with regulations and avoids potential policy violations.