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Social Media Privacy Protection and Consumer Rights Act

This act aims to give citizens more control over their personal data collected by online platforms. It ensures the right to consent to data collection, access to data, and its deletion, thereby protecting privacy in daily internet use.
Key points
Greater data control: Platforms must obtain your consent for data collection and clearly state how your data will be used.
Right to data deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data after closing your account.
Data access: You have the right to receive a copy of your data and a list of companies that received it.
Breach notifications: Platforms must notify you within 72 hours if your data is illegally transmitted.
Privacy audits: Platforms will be regularly audited for compliance with privacy protection rules.
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Additional Information
Social Media Privacy Protection and Consumer Rights Act of 2021
Print number: S 1667
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-05-18