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⍰ ASK How do global laws protect online privacy?

I didn't give online privacy much thought when I first started using the internet more frequently. I thought I was safe as long as I wasn't disclosing private information. However, I've learned over the years that online privacy is a far greater issue than I first believed. Fortunately, there are laws in place all over the world that are intended to prevent the misuse of our personal information, and they have greatly contributed to making the internet a safer place for everyone.


The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union is among the most well-known laws. When several websites began requesting permission to use cookies or gather personal information, I became aware of it for the first time and saw how committed the EU was to safeguarding its citizens. People now have more control over their personal data thanks to the GDPR, which also mandates that companies disclose how they use it. For instance, websites must now obtain users' express consent before tracking them or selling their data. Companies that break these regulations risk heavy fines. It has revolutionized the process of holding businesses responsible for the way they handle user data.


In the U.S., online privacy laws aren’t as uniform, but there are still protections in place. For example, California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) offers residents greater control over their personal data, similar to the GDPR. This means businesses have to let consumers know what data they’re collecting, allow them to request access to that data, and even delete it if asked. I find it reassuring to know that these laws give me the ability to take back control of my data if a company is misusing it.


Even though these laws are a step in the right direction, they don’t solve all the issues. Many countries still lack strong regulations, and there’s the challenge of international enforcement. If a company is based in one country, but I’m in another, it can be tricky to make sure they’re following the laws that protect my privacy. This is why there are calls for a more global approach to online privacy, something that works across borders and keeps everyone safe.


these global privacy laws have made me feel a lot more confident about my data online. While no law is perfect, they’ve created a framework where businesses are more accountable and where I have more control over my personal information. As we move forward, it’s encouraging to see governments around the world taking steps to ensure that online privacy is taken seriously, and I believe it will only get better.
 
Like many others, I didn't think much about online privacy when I first started using the internet on a regular basis. I thought I was safe as long as I wasn't disclosing private information like my home address or credit card number. But as time went on, I became aware of how much information websites, apps, and advertisers were surreptitiously gathering about me, including my location, browsing preferences, and shopping habits. I then understood that protecting my digital identity was more important for online privacy than simply keeping my passwords safe.Fortunately, governments everywhere have acknowledged this growing concern and responded by enacting laws designed to safeguard people's online privacy. The General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, of the European Union is one of the most significant laws to date. When pop-up banners asking me to accept cookies started to appear on every website I visited, I became aware of its existence. Although it initially seemed like a hassle, I soon realized that this was a positive step in the direction of more openness. The GDPR requires businesses to obtain users' explicit, informed consent before collecting any data and to be transparent about the data they do collect. Additionally, it grants people the ability to view, update, or even remove their personal data from corporate databases. These modifications caused me to feelAlthough data privacy regulations in the US are more disjointed, advancements are being made. With the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), which offers rights akin to those outlined in the GDPR, California has set the standard. Customers can request that their data be deleted, ask businesses what information they have collected, and choose not to have their data sold at all under the CCPA. Knowing that I can take action if a company uses my data in a way I disagree with is reassuring to me as someone who shops online and has subscriptions to a number of services.
 

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