Is there a federal privacy law in the US?
Not a comprehensive one. Sector laws such as HIPAA, GLBA and COPPA apply to specific data, and around 20 states have their own comprehensive consumer privacy laws.
Does CCPA apply to companies outside California?
Yes, if you do business with California residents and meet one of its thresholds, such as annual gross revenue above about US$26 million (adjusted for inflation) or buying, selling or sharing the data of 100,000 or more consumers or households.
What changed in California in 2026?
Regulations on risk assessments, cybersecurity audits and automated decision-making technology took effect on 1 January 2026, with compliance deadlines phased over the following years.
What is Global Privacy Control?
A browser signal that tells websites a user wants to opt out of the sale or sharing of their data. California and several other states require businesses to honour it.
Is this legal advice?
No. Stratgik is a technology firm. We implement notices, opt-outs, requests and assessments in your systems and work alongside your counsel for legal opinions.
Are prices fixed?
Yes, for businesses with one website or product and up to five systems holding personal data. Larger scope is quoted in writing before work starts.