Program Impact
Free
Our no-cost online process provides prompt, thorough handling of privacy inquiries and complaints.Independent
Our long-established independent non-profit organization ensures consumer complaints are heard and addressed.Accessible
We help you understand your redress options to ensure business accountability.Transparent
Procedures are detailed in our Rules and casework is published in our annual Procedure Reports.Principles & Procedures
When a U.S. business joins the Data Privacy Framework Program, it makes a public commitment that its processing of European Union, United Kingdom, and Switzerland, or other participating countries', personal data will meet the data protection standards embodied in the Principles.
A business that chooses BBB National Programs as its IRM agrees to follow our Procedure Rules when responding to privacy complaints, and to keep the same promise to the individuals who make use of our dispute resolution service.
How to File A Complaint
STEP 1: Contact the business, at the address listed in its privacy policy.
STEP 2: Await a reply. The business must respond within 45 days.
STEP 3: File your complaint with BBB National Programs.
STEP 4: Engage in our dispute resolution process as we work to resolve your complaint with the business.
STEP 5: If issues remain, you may have additional redress options.
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