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California DROP Tool Centralizes Personal Data Deletion

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California DROP Tool Centralizes Personal Data Deletion

California's DROP tool lets users request deletion and sales halt of personal data from 614 data brokers in a single application. It's gaining attention as a mechanism to enhance privacy protection effectiveness.

July 21, 2026

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