California Privacy Protection Agency
@calprivacy.bsky.social
Privacy protection for all Californians. This is the official account of the California Privacy Protection Agency. Visit our website: cppa.ca.gov. Follows, likes, and reposts ≠ endorsements. Submit public comment to regulations@cppa.ca.gov (not here).
New regs outline requirements for deletion request requirements (starting Aug 1) and clarify registration for Jan 1. Plus, SB 361 imposes new disclosure requirements. Details: www.cppa.ca.gov/announcement...
November 13, 2025 at 9:17 PM
New regs outline requirements for deletion request requirements (starting Aug 1) and clarify registration for Jan 1. Plus, SB 361 imposes new disclosure requirements. Details: www.cppa.ca.gov/announcement...
Take control of your privacy with opt-out preference signals. It automatically tells websites your privacy choices. privacy.ca.gov/tips/enable-...
November 12, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Take control of your privacy with opt-out preference signals. It automatically tells websites your privacy choices. privacy.ca.gov/tips/enable-...
As Veterans Day approaches, we want to thank all who have served. Your courage and service inspire us every day.
November 10, 2025 at 5:47 PM
As Veterans Day approaches, we want to thank all who have served. Your courage and service inspire us every day.
CalPrivacy had a great week at @iapp.bsky.social #PSR2025! We shared updates on DROP,, discussed cybersecurity law and collaboration among privacy regulators. ED @tomkemp00.bsky.social closed with a keynote on our current efforts and focus in 2026. Learn more about DROP: privacy.ca.gov/drop/
November 6, 2025 at 5:46 PM
CalPrivacy had a great week at @iapp.bsky.social #PSR2025! We shared updates on DROP,, discussed cybersecurity law and collaboration among privacy regulators. ED @tomkemp00.bsky.social closed with a keynote on our current efforts and focus in 2026. Learn more about DROP: privacy.ca.gov/drop/
CPPA is now CalPrivacy! It underscores our commitment to operationalize privacy rights for California consumers. Keeping with the new name, CalPrivacy has launched eight new privacy tips to help keep your information safe. More: cppa.ca.gov/announcement...
November 5, 2025 at 9:24 PM
CPPA is now CalPrivacy! It underscores our commitment to operationalize privacy rights for California consumers. Keeping with the new name, CalPrivacy has launched eight new privacy tips to help keep your information safe. More: cppa.ca.gov/announcement...
Our Enforcement Division will join over 30 data protection and privacy authorities from around the world in examining websites and mobile apps commonly used by children as part of the 2025 Global Privacy Enforcement Network privacy sweep. Read more: www.privacyenforcement.net/index.php/co...
November 3, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Our Enforcement Division will join over 30 data protection and privacy authorities from around the world in examining websites and mobile apps commonly used by children as part of the 2025 Global Privacy Enforcement Network privacy sweep. Read more: www.privacyenforcement.net/index.php/co...
Though #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth is coming to an end, you can take steps to protect your data all year long.
Discover tips on how to protect your privacy online at: privacy.ca.gov/blog
Discover tips on how to protect your privacy online at: privacy.ca.gov/blog
October 31, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Though #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth is coming to an end, you can take steps to protect your data all year long.
Discover tips on how to protect your privacy online at: privacy.ca.gov/blog
Discover tips on how to protect your privacy online at: privacy.ca.gov/blog
CA grad students in tech policy & research: The nation's first consumer privacy regulator is hiring!
Become a part-time, paid Research Technologist with the CPPA —remote role advising on a broad range of tech issues.
Apply by 11/25: secure10.saashr.com/ta/6158859.c...
Become a part-time, paid Research Technologist with the CPPA —remote role advising on a broad range of tech issues.
Apply by 11/25: secure10.saashr.com/ta/6158859.c...
October 29, 2025 at 11:58 PM
CA grad students in tech policy & research: The nation's first consumer privacy regulator is hiring!
Become a part-time, paid Research Technologist with the CPPA —remote role advising on a broad range of tech issues.
Apply by 11/25: secure10.saashr.com/ta/6158859.c...
Become a part-time, paid Research Technologist with the CPPA —remote role advising on a broad range of tech issues.
Apply by 11/25: secure10.saashr.com/ta/6158859.c...
Cybersecurity isn’t just about hackers. It’s also about apps that track your location and secretly share it with hundreds of advertisers.
This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, check your app permissions. Spot a violation? Report it to CalPrivacy.
This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, check your app permissions. Spot a violation? Report it to CalPrivacy.
October 23, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Cybersecurity isn’t just about hackers. It’s also about apps that track your location and secretly share it with hundreds of advertisers.
This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, check your app permissions. Spot a violation? Report it to CalPrivacy.
This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, check your app permissions. Spot a violation? Report it to CalPrivacy.
Tired of websites following you around? Online tracking can be annoying and leave your data exposed. Follow these tips:
🔍 Clear cookies
🚫 Block third-party trackers
⚙️ Use “Do Not Sell/Share My Info” settings
Learn more at privacy.ca.gov/tips/limit-website-tracking
🔍 Clear cookies
🚫 Block third-party trackers
⚙️ Use “Do Not Sell/Share My Info” settings
Learn more at privacy.ca.gov/tips/limit-website-tracking
October 21, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Tired of websites following you around? Online tracking can be annoying and leave your data exposed. Follow these tips:
🔍 Clear cookies
🚫 Block third-party trackers
⚙️ Use “Do Not Sell/Share My Info” settings
Learn more at privacy.ca.gov/tips/limit-website-tracking
🔍 Clear cookies
🚫 Block third-party trackers
⚙️ Use “Do Not Sell/Share My Info” settings
Learn more at privacy.ca.gov/tips/limit-website-tracking
New regulations will require some businesses to complete independent #cybersecurity audits by April 2028.
💡 This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, learn about the new requirements: cppa.ca.gov/regulations/...
💡 This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, learn about the new requirements: cppa.ca.gov/regulations/...
October 15, 2025 at 10:57 PM
New regulations will require some businesses to complete independent #cybersecurity audits by April 2028.
💡 This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, learn about the new requirements: cppa.ca.gov/regulations/...
💡 This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, learn about the new requirements: cppa.ca.gov/regulations/...
The CPPA is recruiting a skilled and experienced Research Technologist to join the Audits Division. As an expert advisor, you will support investigations and enforcement actions related to California’s privacy laws. Apply By 10/23 calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/...
October 14, 2025 at 10:19 PM
The CPPA is recruiting a skilled and experienced Research Technologist to join the Audits Division. As an expert advisor, you will support investigations and enforcement actions related to California’s privacy laws. Apply By 10/23 calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/...
Mobile tracking is everywhere, but you can limit it!
🔑 Reset/disable your ad ID
🛑 Review & restrict app permissions (📍📷🎤👥)
🚫 Opt-out of data sharing in app settings
More tips: privacy.ca.gov/tips/limit-mobile-device-tracking/
🔑 Reset/disable your ad ID
🛑 Review & restrict app permissions (📍📷🎤👥)
🚫 Opt-out of data sharing in app settings
More tips: privacy.ca.gov/tips/limit-mobile-device-tracking/
October 9, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Mobile tracking is everywhere, but you can limit it!
🔑 Reset/disable your ad ID
🛑 Review & restrict app permissions (📍📷🎤👥)
🚫 Opt-out of data sharing in app settings
More tips: privacy.ca.gov/tips/limit-mobile-device-tracking/
🔑 Reset/disable your ad ID
🛑 Review & restrict app permissions (📍📷🎤👥)
🚫 Opt-out of data sharing in app settings
More tips: privacy.ca.gov/tips/limit-mobile-device-tracking/
SB 361 (Becker) has been signed into law! This CPPA-supported bill fosters transparency by requiring data brokers to provide more information about the data they collect and share. It goes into effect Jan. 1, 2026.
October 8, 2025 at 9:49 PM
SB 361 (Becker) has been signed into law! This CPPA-supported bill fosters transparency by requiring data brokers to provide more information about the data they collect and share. It goes into effect Jan. 1, 2026.
Great news! Governor Newsom has signed The CA Opt Me Out Act (AB 566, Lowenthal). This bill, sponsored by the CPPA, will make it easier for Californians to protect their privacy by requiring browsers to offer opt-out preference signals. It goes into effect Jan. 1, 2027.
October 8, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Great news! Governor Newsom has signed The CA Opt Me Out Act (AB 566, Lowenthal). This bill, sponsored by the CPPA, will make it easier for Californians to protect their privacy by requiring browsers to offer opt-out preference signals. It goes into effect Jan. 1, 2027.
MN and NH have joined the Consortium of Privacy Regulators! Now 10 members strong, the bipartisan group shares expertise, coordinates investigative efforts, and works together to advance the privacy rights of consumers across jurisdictions. Read more: cppa.ca.gov/announcement...
October 8, 2025 at 4:05 PM
MN and NH have joined the Consortium of Privacy Regulators! Now 10 members strong, the bipartisan group shares expertise, coordinates investigative efforts, and works together to advance the privacy rights of consumers across jurisdictions. Read more: cppa.ca.gov/announcement...
It’s #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth! Here are 3 ways to stay safe online:
🚫 Spot the scam- if a link looks suspicious, don’t click.
🕵️♂️ Strengthen security questions — avoid answers that others can easily guess.
📲 Update your devices — install updates regularly to protect your data.
🚫 Spot the scam- if a link looks suspicious, don’t click.
🕵️♂️ Strengthen security questions — avoid answers that others can easily guess.
📲 Update your devices — install updates regularly to protect your data.
October 6, 2025 at 8:58 PM
It’s #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth! Here are 3 ways to stay safe online:
🚫 Spot the scam- if a link looks suspicious, don’t click.
🕵️♂️ Strengthen security questions — avoid answers that others can easily guess.
📲 Update your devices — install updates regularly to protect your data.
🚫 Spot the scam- if a link looks suspicious, don’t click.
🕵️♂️ Strengthen security questions — avoid answers that others can easily guess.
📲 Update your devices — install updates regularly to protect your data.
Passwords alone can’t protect your data. 🔑 In our latest blog, Executive Director Tom Kemp shares tips for building stronger login security. Check out the full post here: privacy.ca.gov/2025/10/pass...
October 2, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Passwords alone can’t protect your data. 🔑 In our latest blog, Executive Director Tom Kemp shares tips for building stronger login security. Check out the full post here: privacy.ca.gov/2025/10/pass...
Governor Newsom has signed SB 470 (Laird)! This bill, supported by CalPrivacy, promotes public engagement by extending the remote participation provisions for meetings of state boards and commissions. It goes into effect Jan. 1, 2026.
October 2, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Governor Newsom has signed SB 470 (Laird)! This bill, supported by CalPrivacy, promotes public engagement by extending the remote participation provisions for meetings of state boards and commissions. It goes into effect Jan. 1, 2026.
Thank you @AGRobBonta for supporting AB 566, the CA Opt Me Out Act by @AsmLowenthal! This bill will help Californians protect their privacy by requiring browsers to offer opt-out signals.
October 1, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Thank you @AGRobBonta for supporting AB 566, the CA Opt Me Out Act by @AsmLowenthal! This bill will help Californians protect their privacy by requiring browsers to offer opt-out signals.
Tomorrow kicks off #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth! It’s the perfect time to review your online habits and ensure your data stays protected. To kick things off, explore our new Tips page for steps you can take right now to better protect your info: privacy.ca.gov/tips
September 30, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Tomorrow kicks off #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth! It’s the perfect time to review your online habits and ensure your data stays protected. To kick things off, explore our new Tips page for steps you can take right now to better protect your info: privacy.ca.gov/tips
The CPPA Board has fined Tractor Supply $1.35M for CCPA violations, including failing to notify consumers of their privacy rights, not honoring opt-out requests, and lacking proper contracts with vendors. More: cppa.ca.gov/announcement...
September 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The CPPA Board has fined Tractor Supply $1.35M for CCPA violations, including failing to notify consumers of their privacy rights, not honoring opt-out requests, and lacking proper contracts with vendors. More: cppa.ca.gov/announcement...
The CPPA Board thanks Jeffrey Worthe for his outstanding service and leadership.
His work has strengthened privacy protections and empowered Californians to better control their personal data.
His work has strengthened privacy protections and empowered Californians to better control their personal data.
September 26, 2025 at 5:16 PM
The CPPA Board thanks Jeffrey Worthe for his outstanding service and leadership.
His work has strengthened privacy protections and empowered Californians to better control their personal data.
His work has strengthened privacy protections and empowered Californians to better control their personal data.
Ready to earn your next privacy patch?
Start a convo about why privacy matters — with a friend, family member, or coworker — and earn your Trail Guide patch!
Need help? Our free guides and videos can get you started. privacy.ca.gov/resources/in...
Start a convo about why privacy matters — with a friend, family member, or coworker — and earn your Trail Guide patch!
Need help? Our free guides and videos can get you started. privacy.ca.gov/resources/in...
September 25, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Ready to earn your next privacy patch?
Start a convo about why privacy matters — with a friend, family member, or coworker — and earn your Trail Guide patch!
Need help? Our free guides and videos can get you started. privacy.ca.gov/resources/in...
Start a convo about why privacy matters — with a friend, family member, or coworker — and earn your Trail Guide patch!
Need help? Our free guides and videos can get you started. privacy.ca.gov/resources/in...
The CPPA expresses gratitude to the Global Privacy Assembly for shortlisting the CPPA Enforcement Division for the #GPA Awards for our work on data broker registration under California’s Delete Act! Learn more: globalprivacyassembly.com/news-events/...
September 24, 2025 at 5:20 PM
The CPPA expresses gratitude to the Global Privacy Assembly for shortlisting the CPPA Enforcement Division for the #GPA Awards for our work on data broker registration under California’s Delete Act! Learn more: globalprivacyassembly.com/news-events/...