Digital Privacy

Pinterest now requires U.S. users to verify their age, typically by uploading a government ID or completing a third‑party facial age‑estimation check, with accounts restricted if verification isn’t completed. The change reflects growing pressure from lawmakers and regulators to implement stronger child‑safety and age‑gating measures on social platforms. This article explains what Pinterest’s new requirement […]

The right to delete is legally enforceable in 100+ countries, and in the U.S. it exists in over 20 states. These laws let you request that businesses delete personal data they collected, with exceptions for legal, security, and service needs. This article explains what deletion means, where it applies, and how to use it effectively. […]

The California DELETE Act creates a single, centralized opt-out process that lets consumers request deletion from registered data brokers at once. It expands California’s data broker registry and requires brokers to honor verified deletion requests (with certain legal exceptions). This article explains what the DELETE Act does, who qualifies, how the one-stop deletion mechanism works, […]

A recent TCPA robocall ruling has sharply limited when consumers can sue over spam calls and texts, weakening long‑standing protections against automated outreach. The decision narrows key interpretations of the TCPA that many lawsuits relied on, giving robocallers and mass texters more room to operate. This article explains what the court held, who is affected, […]

In 28 states, it’s illegal for an employer to demand your social media password. These laws generally ban password requests and forced access to private accounts, though exceptions may apply for investigations or employer devices. This article explains where the bans apply, what conduct is prohibited, and what to do if your boss asks. Your […]

You can revoke a digital replica by sending a written revocation and demanding takedown, then enforcing it under at least 14 state AI/deepfake and right-of-publicity laws. Act fast because AI voice and face clones can be created from seconds of content and spread across platforms. This article explains the step-by-step process, evidence to collect, and […]