The laws, and what they mean in practice
Privacy, AI and cybersecurity laws that shape digital trust work, from the GDPR to every US state privacy law. Each entry says who it applies to, who enforces it and when, in plain words, with the sources. Free for everyone.
102laws explained
24US states with a privacy law
5coming into force
94in force today
Topic
Privacy
AI
Health
Children
Biometrics
Cybersecurity
Breach notification
Data brokers
Marketing
Financial
International transfers
US states 4
Delete Act
CaliforniaLets a California resident ask every registered data broker to delete their data with one request, which brokers must check and process on a fixed schedule.
Since Jan 1, 2024
Vermont data broker law
VermontThe first state data broker registry, with security program and disclosure requirements.
Since Jan 1, 2019
Texas data broker law
TexasRegistration, website notices and a security program for data brokers.
Since Sep 1, 2023
Oregon data broker registry
OregonAnnual registration for data brokers.
Since Jan 1, 2024
This library explains laws for practitioners. It is not legal advice, and laws change: check the sources on each page and take advice from counsel before acting.