Massachusetts Data Privacy Act establishes privacy rights for residents and regulates data collection and processing by entities.
The Massachusetts Data Privacy Act establishes privacy rights for Massachusetts residents and regulates the collection, processing, and transfer of personal data by entities. It defines "covered data" as information that identifies or is reasonably linkable to an individual or device. The Act mandates that entities provide clear privacy policies, obtain consent for data collection, and allow individuals to access, correct, and delete their data. It prohibits the sale of personal data, targeted advertising to minors, and the use of deceptive practices to obtain consent.
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