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New California Privacy Law Will Require Chrome/Edge/Safari to Offer Easy Opt-Outs for Data Sharing

California's new "Opt Me Out Act" mandates that all web browsers offer a one-click mechanism for users to opt out of data collection and sales. This law, effective January 1, 2027, aims to provide a universal and easy way for Californians to control their online privacy. It requires browsers to include functionality enabling users to send opt-out preference signals to businesses. Currently, some states already allow automatic opt-out demands through smaller browsers like DuckDuckGo, Firefox, and Brave. The new law extends this option to all major browsers such as Chrome, Safari, and Edge within California. Alongside this, California residents can also wipe their data from data brokers. The article suggests using browsers like DuckDuckGo and Brave for automatic opt-out. Users can also download Privacy Badger from the Electronic Frontier Foundation for background privacy protection. Additionally, Consumer Reports' Permission Slip app assists in requesting data deletion and preventing data sales.