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6 Tips for Getting Started with CCPA Compliance
Driven by the continued rise in consumer data breaches and growing privacy concerns, California passed the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in 2018. With nearly 40 million residents and some of the world's largest companies headquartered there, California is now the fifth largest economy in the world. This regulation isn’t one companies can ignore.
When the CCPA went into effect on January 1 (enforcement will begin on July 1), it provided California residents with more control over their personal information and how companies use it. Although achieving compliance with the CCPA should be easier for companies already aligned with the GDPR, the CCPA requires more than just simple cosmetic changes. Here are some key areas to focus on as you prepare for compliance with the CCPA.