Data Privacy Blog

More businesses – and end users – are becoming aware of the importance of data privacy. New laws and heightened awareness around the topic has driven it to the forefront of nearly everyone’s mind. It’s also particularly relevant in an age where individuals are spending more time and energy on devices than ever. The rise of Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) should come as no surprise, given the current landscape.      A DSAR is what an end user makes to a business regarding the personal data that an organization has collected, stored, or otherwise handled about them. Under laws like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Protection Act (CCPA), the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), and more, users have the right to request and receive this information from a business. They can make changes or ask for deletion if information is incorrect, or they no longer want to share it.      Many small businesses start out by approaching DSARs manuall