Personal information can take many different forms. Because it covers such a wide range of data, understanding what counts as personal information is a great first step to better protecting your privacy.

The Enforcement Division is seeking a new leader to guide the team into its next chapter. As deputy director Michael Macko departs, the agency is seeking a qualified candidate dedicated to protecting Californians’ privacy rights.

CalPrivacy’s Audits Division will take on a proactive role with businesses. The audits will identify both areas of improvement and strong practices in privacy and cybersecurity, along with emerging risks, and learnings from the practical application of consumer rights.

CalPrivacy’s DROP system lets California residents quickly request deletion and opt‑out of sale from hundreds of data brokers, using secure hashing to protect personal data and providing easy status tracking starting August 1.

National Internet Safety Month is observed every June to raise awareness of digital threats and promote cyber education.

Senior fraud is rising in California, with adults 60+ losing over $1.4 billion in 2024, and scammers often exploit personal data to appear trustworthy.

Preventing data loss is easy if you are prepared. Here are some tips to back up your files safely, securely, and with privacy in mind.

California is the most populous state in the United States with over 39.5 million residents. It is also home to some of the most innovative companies in the world and some of the strongest consumer...

On February 10, Safer Internet Day, we take the opportunity to pause and focus on how we can help young people navigate the online world more safely. While kids and teens are often quick to adopt...