The concept of data portability refers to what?

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• AThe practice of disclosing all the data sources one organization uses to enhance data collection
• BThe technical measures organizations use to empower consumers' control in case data is being
• CThe ability of individuals to obtain and reuse their personal data for their own purposes across
• DThe ability of individuals to easily change to another similar service provider if fees are unlawfully

• A
  14% (7)
• B
  6% (3)
• C
  76% (38)
• D
  4% (2)

Explanation

The concept of data portability refers to an individual's right to access and transfer their personal data from one organization to another. It enables individuals to obtain and reuse their personal data for their own purposes across different services. For example, an individual can request their data from one service provider and transfer it to another provider, facilitating competition and giving consumers more control over their data. This right is commonly associated with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) but is becoming more widely discussed in U.S. privacy contexts, such as under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and similar state laws. Although the CCPA does not explicitly mention "data portability," the concept aligns with its provision that grants individuals the right to access their data in a portable and usable format.

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