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How to Setup Upstack Custom Pixel Privacy Settings

This guide shows how to configure consent mode in Upstack Data Custom Pixel for privacy compliance and accurate attribution.

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Quick Summary

  • Navigate to Shopify Settings → Customer Events → Select Upstack Data pixel.

  • Access Upstack Data Custom Pixel settings in Shopify.

  • For Permission choose: Not required - The pixel will always run.

  • For Data sale choose: Data collected does not qualify as data sale - The pixel will collect data when the customers opts out of their data being sold.


Key Points to Remember

When configuring the Upstack Data Custom Pixel in Shopify, there are several options which allow for configuring consent mode. These different settings can have a material impact on your tracking, data quality and attribution.

If you are running cookie consent banners, ensuring they are properly configured will ensure the most accurate data. If Permission: Required is set, the Custom Pixel will not load or track user behavior until the consent banner is accepted.

Privacy Regulations vary by jurisdiction. This does not constitute legal advice. We recommend you consult your legal representative to determine which settings are appropriate for your business.


Configuration Steps

Step 1: Access Shopify Admin


Step 2: Navigate to Customer Events

  • Click Settings in the lower-left corner of your browser window

  • Click on Customer Events from the settings menu


Step 3: Select Upstack Data Pixel

  • Select "UpstackData Pixel" from your list of pixels


Step 4: Configure Privacy Settings

  • For maximum attribution and data quality, set the following:

    • Permission: Not required

    • Data sale: Data collected does not qualify as data sale

  • Click Save to update the Upstack Data Pixel privacy settings

⚠️Important Reminder: Upstack Data does not sell any data. We are a privacy first solution and committed to adhering to the regulations for each jurisdiction.

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