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California CCPA Rights Mechanism

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What it is

California residents can ask Craigslist to show them what data it holds about them or to delete that data, and they cannot be penalized for making these requests.

This analysis describes what Craigslist's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provides California residents with specific, actionable rights over their personal data, backed by California law, with a direct submission mechanism provided in the policy.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
3
Months Monitored
May 10, 2026
First Seen
May 22, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 5148 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

If you are a California resident, you can formally request to see or delete the personal data Craigslist holds about you by using the dedicated web form or email address, giving you direct control over your data profile on the platform.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Delete Your Data
    Visit craigslist.org/about/ccpa and submit a deletion request. You will need to verify your identity by logging into your account or providing a government-issued ID. Alternatively, email ccpa@craigslist.org with your deletion request.
  • Export Your Data
    Visit craigslist.org/about/ccpa and submit a request to know what data Craigslist holds about you. Identity verification will be required.

How other platforms handle this

Square Medium

You may contact our privacy team with any requests of disclosure, correction, or deletion of your personal information. You may also request suspension of use or suspension of sharing of your personal information with certain third parties.

Google Cloud Medium

When you use them, we'll validate your request by verifying your identity (for example, by confirming that you're signed in to your Google Account).

Instacart Medium

By providing your mobile phone number, you consent to receive automated text (SMS) messages from Instacart...To opt out, reply STOP. For help, reply HELP or contact us directly...

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Right to know: You have the right to request that we disclose the data we collect, use and disclose, and other information relating to data we collect about you. Right to delete: You have the right to request the deletion of data that we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions. Right to non-discrimination: You have the right not to receive discriminatory treatment for exercising the rights listed above. You may submit a request to know or delete via craigslist.org/about/ccpa or ccpa@craigslist.org.

Excerpt from Craigslist's Privacy Policy

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

(1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: This provision directly implements CCPA rights as codified under California Civil Code Section 1798.100 et seq.

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Applicable agencies

  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Craigslist Privacy Policy
Entity
Craigslist
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
April 18, 2026
Last verified
May 10, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-008252
Document ID
CA-D-00288
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
49aa28b71b10e0d0bec19b6f3f93f0c4531195a7493b02e9912d2373afefc34c
Analysis generated
April 18, 2026 11:53 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Craigslist
Document: Craigslist Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-008252
Captured: 2026-04-18 11:53:39 UTC
SHA-256: 49aa28b71b10e0d0…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/craigslist/craigslist-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-008252/california-ccpa-rights-mechanism/
Accessed: Aug. 2, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Low
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Craigslist's California CCPA Rights Mechanism clause do?

This provides California residents with specific, actionable rights over their personal data, backed by California law, with a direct submission mechanism provided in the policy.

How does this clause affect you?

If you are a California resident, you can formally request to see or delete the personal data Craigslist holds about you by using the dedicated web form or email address, giving you direct control over your data profile on the platform.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 289 platforms. See the full comparison.

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