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In-depth guides, explainers, and investigations on data privacy law in America — written in plain English for real people, not lawyers.

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Fundamentals
What Does "Opt Out" Actually Mean in Data Privacy Law?
Not all opt-outs are created equal. We break down every type — sale, sharing, targeted ads, profiling — so you know exactly what you're consenting to.
Data Privacy 1018 min read
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State Laws
CCPA vs CPRA: California's Privacy Laws Fully Explained
California has two major privacy laws that overlap in confusing ways. Here's everything you need to know about your rights under both.
California12 min read
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Data Brokers
Who's Selling Your Data? The Hidden Data Broker Industry
Thousands of companies profit from buying and selling your personal information. Learn who they are, what they know, and how to stop them.
Investigation10 min read
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Fundamentals
What Is "Sensitive Personal Data" and Why Does It Get Special Protection?
Not all personal data is equal — health info, biometrics, race, and religion get extra legal protection. Here's exactly why and what that means for you.
Law Deep Dive9 min read
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How-To
How to Use the Global Privacy Control (GPC) to Auto-Opt Out Everywhere
One browser setting sends automatic opt-out requests to every website you visit. Here's how to enable it in Firefox, Brave, and Chrome.
How-To Guide5 min read
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How-To
How to Write a Data Rights Request That Companies Can't Ignore
Most companies try to make opt-out requests difficult. These templates and strategies will make sure your request is taken seriously and complied with on time.
Templates Included7 min read
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Special Topics
Children's Data Privacy: COPPA, State Laws, and Your Parental Rights
Children have stronger privacy protections than adults under federal and state law — but those protections only work if you know about them.
Family Privacy9 min read
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Health
Your Health Data Is Being Sold. Here's How to Stop It.
Fitness apps, period trackers, mental health platforms — they all collect sensitive health data and many sell it to data brokers and advertisers.
Investigation11 min read
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Special Topics
Dark Patterns: How Companies Make It Hard to Opt Out
Confusing menus, buried links, pre-ticked boxes — "dark patterns" designed to stop you exercising privacy rights. They're increasingly illegal.
Consumer Rights8 min read
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Policy
Why the U.S. Still Doesn't Have a Federal Privacy Law
Every major developed nation has a national privacy framework. The U.S. is an outlier. Here's the history of failed bills and what Congress might do next.
Policy Analysis13 min read
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Enforcement
Biggest Data Privacy Fines in U.S. History
From Facebook's $5 billion FTC fine to state CCPA enforcement — we catalog the largest data privacy penalties ever issued in America.
Enforcement7 min read
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Data Brokers
Why It's Critical to Remove Your Data from Data Broker Sites
Your address, income, health habits and family members are being sold right now. Here are 7 serious reasons why removal is one of the most important privacy steps you can take.
Privacy Action14 min read
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Enforcement · Breaking News
Texas AG Sues Netflix for Spying on Kids and Consumers
Texas AG Ken Paxton has sued Netflix for illegally collecting and monetizing billions of behavioral data points — including children's data — while claiming to be privacy-friendly. Here's what it means for you.
May 13, 202612 min read

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