Ask HN: Why doesn't YC comply with GDPR?

by RIMR on 9/30/2024, 2:25 PM with 15 comments

I've noticed that YC sites (main website, Hacker News) don't seem to be GDPR compliant. For example, there are tracking cookies without consent dialogs, and no option to delete accounts on HN.

Given that YC supports startups operating globally, GDPR compliance seems like a basic expectation. Is there a particular reason for the lack of compliance? Could someone from YC clarify their stance on this?

  • by throwawayffffas on 9/30/2024, 2:32 PM

    I just checked on a private window there were no tracking cookies. And according to the FAQ if you want your account deleted you just have to contact HN.

  • by on 10/1/2024, 7:09 PM

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  • by sergiotapia on 10/1/2024, 1:16 AM

    who cares dude, we aren't in europe. they can not visit the site.

  • by solardev on 9/30/2024, 2:51 PM

    Does the GDPR apply to non-European companies?

    If a YC-funded startup wants to operate in Europe, presumably they'd have to follow those laws. But YC itself? Are they under any obligation?

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  • by admissionsguy on 9/30/2024, 4:41 PM

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