About

Founded in 1992 to help people understand their rights and choices, we are one of the first and only organizations to focus exclusively on data privacy rights and issues.

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Our Mission

Privacy Rights Clearinghouse is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to advancing data privacy for all by expanding access to information, increasing participation in policy discussions, and advocating for stronger rights.

Our Beliefs

Why Privacy Matters

Our Work

Comprehensive data privacy protections don’t exist in the United States, and existing rights and choices are often inaccessible—leaving people feeling powerless. We work to change this.
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Check Out Our Latest Report

"Paying Twice to Learn? How Higher Education Students May Be Forced to Sacrifice Privacy for Digital Learning Tools” a report revealing that weak privacy protections and vague policies often force students to unknowingly trade personal data for required courseware.

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