Every website that collects visitor data — even just through contact forms or analytics — needs a privacy policy page. It’s not only a legal requirement in many countries but also a trust signal to your audience. Fortunately, WordPress makes it simple to add one in just a few minutes.

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Here’s how to create and display your privacy policy page step by step:

1. Log in to Your WordPress Dashboard
Go to yourdomain.com/wp-admin and sign in with your credentials.

2. Navigate to Settings → Privacy
From the left-hand menu, click Settings → Privacy. WordPress provides built-in privacy tools starting from version 4.9.6 and up.

3. Choose or Create a Privacy Policy Page
You’ll see an option to select an existing page or create a new one. Click Create New Page to generate a ready-to-edit template.

4. Customize the Content
WordPress automatically adds a sample policy, but you should edit it to reflect how your site collects and uses data. Include details like:

  • What personal data you collect (name, email, etc.)

  • How you store and use that data

  • Whether you use cookies or third-party tracking tools

  • Contact information for user inquiries

5. Publish the Page
Once you’re satisfied, click Publish.

6. Add It to Your Footer Menu
Go to Appearance → Menus, and add your privacy policy page to the footer so it’s easy to find.

Pro Tips:

  • Update your privacy policy whenever you add new plugins or tools that collect data.

  • If you serve EU visitors, make sure your policy complies with GDPR.

  • Use tools like Termly or Iubenda to generate professional, legally sound policies.

Adding a privacy policy isn’t just about compliance — it builds transparency and credibility with your audience, which ultimately strengthens your brand’s reputation.