California Privacy Protection Agency

FedEx will pay nearly $3 million to resolve claims by CalPrivacy’s Enforcement Division that the company violated the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). The Board’s decision stated that FedEx:  🔹 falsely stated it did not sell or share personal information via cross-context behavioral advertising;   🔹 failed to honor opt-out preference signals; and    🔹 offered cookie controls that did not work properly to address online tracking technologies. In addition to the fine, the Board ordered FedEx to change its business practices to comply with CCPA requirements regarding consumer opt-outs of sale/share, including quarterly testing to ensure its processes function as required. CalPrivacy’s Enforcement Division is dedicated to enforcing the privacy rights that Californians have long been entitled to under the law. Read more: https://lnkd.in/de4HMsgZ

Big news: DROP now has over 590,000 users – and counting! Ready to join the crowd? You can submit your DROP request today at privacy.ca.gov/drop

Safeguarding seniors from online scams starts with knowledge. Join state leaders and consumer-protection experts at one of three upcoming Senior Scam Stopper events across California this month. Learn the latest tools, warning signs, and resources to stay safe online. 📍 Brentwood – November 5 Hosted by AARP California 📍 San Francisco – November 5 Hosted by Contractors State License Board (CSLB) For more information visit: privacy.ca.gov/events

Feeling spooked that your personal information is out there? Sign up for DROP and tell 650+ data brokers your data is not up for grabs — with just one request. No tricks, just deletes. Learn more: privacy.ca.gov/DROP

The CPPA Board will hold a public meeting on November 5 - November 6, 2026. Information on how to attend the meeting and the meeting agenda can be found at https://lnkd.in/gCBYT9SK.

Did you know DROP is the first platform of its kind? Created right here in California, the Delete Request and Opt-out Platform lets you ask every registered data broker to delete your personal information with a single request.  Learn even more about DROP by swiping through four of our most asked questions and become a privacy expert in no time!

We’re excited to introduce CalPrivacy Quarterly—your new go‑to newsletter for the latest privacy tools, news, and tips. If it didn’t land in your inbox today, visit the link to catch up and subscribe so you’re all set for the next issue. https://lnkd.in/eW9mk5d9

DROP is helping Californians take control over their data and we have the numbers to prove it!  Delete Week may end today, but safeguarding your privacy is an ongoing practice. Explore resources including our privacy newsletter, blog, tips, and videos to make understanding and protecting your privacy simple and easy. Visit privacy.ca.gov to learn more.

Your DROP Dashboard shows you the full picture: who deleted your data, who opted you out, and who still has your information. It’s all in one simple chart. Log in with your DROP ID to see your personalized breakdown. https://lnkd.in/evNNvgTr

Half of all DROP users already have more that 100 data deletions. In this video, we walk you thought how to check your progress using your DROP ID. Can’t remember where you saved it? You can recover your DROP ID by visiting: https://lnkd.in/evNNvgTr