Ep44: California's DROP Tool: Delete Yourself From Data Brokers in One Free Request

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Ep44: California's DROP Tool: Delete Yourself From Data Brokers in One Free Request

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Episode Summary:California just made deleting yourself from data brokers a single free request. In this episode Marc breaks down the state's new DROP tool: what it deletes, how to file it in a few minutes, why August 1, 2026 is the date that matters, and the three things it won't fix. If you're a California resident, this is a free privacy win you shouldn't skip. If you're not, he covers what to do instead.Key Topics Covered:What DROP is — California's Delete Request and Opt-out Platform, and where the 614 data broker number comes fromHow it works — one free request, and what it actually deletes across registered brokersFiling it step by step — a few minutes of work, plus the scam to watch out forThe August 1, 2026 deadline — why that's the date brokers have to start honoring requestsThe honest limits — what DROP won't fix: Google, Meta, and brokers that re-collect your dataNot in California? — the moves that get you similar protection without DROPMain Takeaways:DROP lets California residents delete themselves from every registered data broker (614 and counting) with a single free request — no per-broker opt-outsAugust 1, 2026 is the date that matters: that's when brokers must start honoring DROP deletion requestsIt's not a silver bullet — it won't remove you from Google or Meta, and brokers can re-collect your data over time, so treat it as maintenance, not a one-and-doneWatch for the scam: the only official place to file is the state's own site — don't pay a third party to do what's freeNot a California resident? Freeze your credit and use manual opt-outs or a removal service to get similar coverageTimestamps:[0:00] The 12-broker breaking point[1:10] What DROP is and where the 614 number comes from[2:05] How it works and what it actually deletes[3:40] Filing it step by step, plus the scam to avoid[4:46] Why August 1, 2026 is the deadline[5:19] The honest limits: Google, Meta, and recurring brokers[6:51] Not in California? Do this insteadTools & Resources Mentioned:File a DROP request (official)California Privacy Protection AgencyCalifornia Delete Act (SB 362)EFF: What You Need to Know About California's DROP ToolFull written guide: California's DROP tool & data broker opt-outHow consent laundering moves your dataRemove your personal info from the internetCredit freezes & identity protectionNot legal advice. Details reflect the tool as of July 2026; enforcement begins August 1, 2026.---I do hope you enjoyed this episode of the podcast. Here are some helpful resources including any sites that were mentioned in this episode.--Find subscriber links on my site, add to your podcast player, or listen on the web players on my site:Listen to Byte Sized Security --Support this Podcast with a Tip:Support Byte Sized Security --If you have questions for the show, feedback or topics you want covered. Please send a short email to marc@bytesizedsecurity.show with the Subject line of "Byte-Sized Security" so I know it's about the podcast.Connect with me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bytesizedsecurity

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