WHAT’S NEW IN 1.0

Introducing the ‘Dublin Agreements’

After twelve years of dedicated development, Customer Commons is proud to announce the upcoming launch of Version 1.0 of our agreements, known as the “Dublin Agreements.” These groundbreaking agreements are meticulously crafted to surpass the IEEE P7012 standard specifications for Machine Readable Personal Privacy Terms , marking a significant transition from individual privacy terms to comprehensive, integrated agreements. Designed to be GDPR compliant and utilizing the W3C’s Data Privacy Vocabulary (DPV) , these agreements allow individuals to choose from approximately 11 predefined options.

Transition from Terms to Comprehensive Agreements

The evolution from isolated terms to full-scale agreements enhances clarity and effectiveness in managing privacy controls, simplifying data management for users and organizations alike. This transition not only reflects our maturing approach to privacy but also adapts to the complexities of global data protection regulations.

Alignment with IEEE P7012

Each Dublin agreement is crafted to be both machine-readable and enforceable, aligning with the IEEE P7012 standards. This ensures our agreements are practical and adaptable to the evolving international legal landscape, providing robust privacy solutions that are globally applicable. Our commitment to creating these standards-based agreements underscores our focus on developing privacy agreements that are not only enforceable but also practical across different jurisdictions.

Why This Transition Is Important

• From Terms to Agreements: Our evolution from standalone terms to holistic agreements enhances clarity and provides users and organizations with robust tools to manage data privacy effectively and transparently.
• Alignment with IEEE P7012 : Our Dublin agreements are being developed to align with the P7012 standard, focusing on creating machine-readable personal privacy terms that are practical and enforceable across different jurisdictions.

Refining the #NoStalking Agreement

The #NoStalking term has been expanded within the Dublin framework, transitioning from a standalone term to a demo agreement. This enhanced agreement includes clearer guidelines and stronger enforcement mechanisms, significantly benefiting user privacy.

Development Journey: Twelve Years in the Making

The Dublin agreements are the culmination of over a decade of research, collaboration, and feedback from a global network of volunteers, privacy law experts, and digital rights advocates. This extensive period of development has allowed us to refine our offerings to meet the nuanced requirements of users and regulations worldwide.

Current Development Phase of the Dublin Agreements

• Content Development: The content of the Dublin agreements is being developed to include:
  • Human-Readable Terms: Providing clear, accessible explanations of each agreement’s implications and responsibilities.
  • Legal Agreement Text: Ensuring all agreements are legally robust and internationally enforceable.
  • Machine-Readable Components: Critical for automation and compliance, facilitating easy integration into digital platforms.
• Community Involvement and Feedback: Our developer community is instrumental in refining and testing these frameworks, ensuring they meet real-world needs and compliance standards.

Engagement and Collaboration Across the Tech Industry

Successful implementation of the Dublin agreements requires a collaborative effort:

• Software Development: We are developing server-side components and browser extensions. Additionally, we are working with OS-level software utilizing trust zones.
• Industry Collaboration: We are partnering with leaders in software development, cybersecurity, and website-as-a-service providers to ensure that these agreements integrate seamlessly into various platforms.

Timeline and Roadmap

• Initial Release: Community review of the initial drafts is expected by the first quarter of 2025.
• Full Implementation: Targeting full deployment by the third quarter of 2025, following comprehensive testing and feedback phases.

Impact and Real-World Application

For businesses, adopting the Dublin agreements simplifies compliance with international data privacy laws. For consumers, it provides clearer, more reliable assurances on data handling. These agreements are designed to standardize privacy practices globally, ensuring transparency and straightforwardness.

How to Get Involved

We invite you to help shape the future of digital privacy:

• Feedback and Testing: Participate in reviewing and testing the Dublin agreements to refine their effectiveness.
• Development Contributions: Assist in developing software and tools necessary to support these agreements.

Learn More and Join Us

For a detailed rundown of the decisions reflected in Version 1.0 and to join our efforts, please visit our initiative page: Your Agreements Matter – Version 1.0.