The You Own the Data Act (YODA) affirms user ownership of their data, prohibits data monetization, and restricts data collection practices.

The You Own the Data Act (YODA) aims to affirm user ownership of their data, prohibit entities from requiring the transfer or monetization of private data in exchange for services, and restrict data collection practices. The Act defines "covered data" as individually identifiable information collected online, including location, phone number, email address, and social security number. It mandates that commercial data operators and large online operators must obtain affirmative consent from users or their guardians for data collection, especially for minors.

The You Own the Data Act (YODA) affirms user ownership of their data, prohibits data monetization, and restricts data collection practices.

The You Own the Data Act (YODA) aims to affirm user ownership of their data, prohibit entities from requiring the transfer or monetization of private data in exchange for services, and restrict data collection practices. The Act defines "covered data" as individually identifiable information collected online, including location, phone number, email address, and social security number. It mandates that commercial data operators and large online operators must obtain affirmative consent from users or their guardians for data collection, especially for minors.