California Delete Act / DROP: Data brokers must begin processing DROP deletion requests
Tech · Compliance deadlines · Sat, August 1, 2026 · California · US
Brokers must access DROP at least every 45 days, process verified deletion requests within 45 days, and treat unverified requests as opt-outs of sale/sharing. Not legal advice.
Every year
| Date | Event | When |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1, 2026 | California Delete Act / DROP: DROP opens to consumers | 9 mo ago |
| Sat, Jan 31, 2026 | California Delete Act / DROP: Annual data broker registration deadline | 8 mo ago |
| Sat, Aug 1, 2026 | California Delete Act / DROP: Data brokers must begin processing DROP deletion requests | 2 mo ago |
| Sun, Jan 31, 2027 | California Delete Act / DROP: Annual data broker registration deadline | in 4 mo |
| Sat, Jan 1, 2028 | California Delete Act / DROP: Independent third-party audits begin | in 15 mo |
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- 2026-09-25: added to 2026-08-01