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Dancer is an open-source Perl web microframework inspired by Sinatra (Ruby). It provides a simple, expressive routing DSL for building small to medium web applications in Perl. As a server-side framework, Dancer itself has no data collection. GDPR obligations depend on the application built with it, particularly how it handles user data, sessions, and logs.
Dancer is a lightweight Perl web microframework inspired by Ruby''s Sinatra. It provides a simple DSL for routing HTTP requests and building RESTful APIs and web applications. Being a server-side framework, Dancer processes HTTP requests on the server. GDPR obligations depend on what data the application logs, stores, and processes.
Dancer itself has no GDPR implications. As a server-side framework, GDPR applies to the application data it processes: HTTP request logs (which may include IP addresses), session data, form submissions, and any user data stored in databases. Configure server access logging to minimise IP address retention. Implement session timeouts and secure cookie flags.
Configure secure, HTTP-only session cookies. Minimise server access log retention. Document all personal data processed in your application''s RoPA. Apply GDPR at the application level for all user data handling.
Websites using Dancer (Perl) must obtain user consent under GDPR regulations.
DPIA considerations
A DPIA is not required for Dancer itself. It may be required for applications processing large-scale personal data.
Sample consent text
This application is built with Dancer. Data collection and processing is described in our privacy policy.
Third-party domains contacted
perldancer.orgmetacpan.orgCookies placed
| Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| dancer_session | session | Session | Strictly necessary session cookie for Dancer web applications — requires secure configuration |
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Not as a framework itself. GDPR applies to the application built with Dancer and the user data it processes.
Dancer sets session cookies for application state. Configure secure, HTTP-only session cookies and implement appropriate session timeouts.
Yes. Dancer applications produce server logs that typically include IP addresses. Configure log retention limits and anonymise IPs where possible.
Not for Dancer itself. A DPIA may be required for specific application features processing sensitive data at scale.
Only if the hosting infrastructure or backend services used are located outside the EU. Self-hosting on EU infrastructure avoids transfers.
Dancer (v1) and Dancer2 are maintained with periodic updates. Dancer2 is the current recommended version.
Set session cookies with Secure and HttpOnly flags, implement CSRF protection, configure appropriate session timeout, and use encrypted session storage.
Apply GDPR at the application level: secure session handling, access log minimisation, data subject rights endpoints, DPAs with hosting providers, and privacy notice disclosures.