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Auggie

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3. Dupe thread and dupe response: how do we know data brokers won't laugh this off?

Reply to usonian (Original post)

Sat Jan 3, 2026, 06:19 AM

Jan 3

Brokers are likely located all over the world. I can't imagine one in Russia taking the law seriously. How is it even enforced?

Furthermore, providing my name, address, and email only confirms my identity, location, and contact information.

Great idea. But I'm dubious.

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How to delete your data in one easy step - The Washington Post [View all] usonian Jan 3 OP

I've been using Google for this. You can sign up for it and it continuously.... IcyPeas Jan 3 #1

Going to do this NJCher Jan 3 #2

Dupe thread and dupe response: how do we know data brokers won't laugh this off? Auggie Jan 3 #3

This is only for data brokers registered in CA. chowder66 Jan 5 #4

Thanks for the update Auggie Jan 5 #5

You're welcome! chowder66 Jan 5 #6