Data privacy is an issue that has come to the forefront of consumers’ minds in recent years. After data breaches from Cambridge Analytica, Equifax, LinkedIn, Target, and a handful of other global companies, consumers are becoming more conscious about how much of their data is collected, stored, and used. Businesses don’t have any excuse not to take this time to improve their data security efforts. Newly-passed laws like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) add new requirements for businesses that are storing customer data. In addition, consumers are expecting companies to step up and be transparent with how they are using their data. More than 60% of Americans have said that they are concerned about data privacy when browsing online. Companies with data breaches will not only face legal ramifications, but they will also lose consumer trust. While there are many things you can do to keep customer data secure, here are fiv
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