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California DROP Guide

California’s Delete Request and Opt-out Platform, known as DROP, gives California residents a centralized way to submit deletion requests to registered data brokers.

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What DROP Is

DROP is an official California privacy tool for residents who want to request deletion from registered data brokers. It is not a replacement for every privacy cleanup step, but it can be an important part of the plan.

Use DROP as one major cleanup action, then continue checking search results, social profiles, old accounts, phone exposure, address exposure, and non-covered sources.

What To Track

Track when you submitted your request, what email you used, any verification steps, and when you should recheck your exposure.

The premium version of Check Privacy Score will help users track DROP status, data broker opt-outs, and recheck reminders in one dashboard.

Important Note

This page is an educational guide, not legal advice. For official eligibility, timing, and platform details, use the California Privacy Protection Agency’s official DROP website.

Official source: California DROP

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