CCPA Compliance

CCPA Compliance Is the Law. We Help You Meet It.

Businesses turn to Everconnect for clarity, specialized support, and expertise in meeting their legal responsibilities under the California Consumer Privacy Act.

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California’s Privacy Law is in Force. Is Your Business Ready?

As a California-based managed service provider with a focus on data privacy and regulatory compliance, we have a solid understanding of the challenges businesses face when dealing with data privacy laws.

Our team has deep experience helping businesses adhere to complex requirements under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

We provide support that ensures your day-to-day operations meet these laws, using proven CCPA compliance tools and practices. From initial assessments to implementing policy updates and response procedures, we focus on providing long-term, reliable compliance solutions.

Our goal is to make sure our clients become CCPA compliant and stay that way as laws update.

Does CCPA Apply to You? Don’t Assume - Check the Facts

What is CCPA Compliance?

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) gives residents of California specific rights over their personal data. This includes:

  • The right to know what information is collected
  • How it's used
  • The option to stop its sale
Does CCPA Apply to Your Business?

This law applies to for-profit businesses that:

  • Earn $25 million or more in annual gross revenue
  • Buy, receive, sell, or share the personal information of 100,000 or more Californian individuals, households, or devices in a year
  • Derive 50% or more of annual revenue from selling consumer data

Even if your company is based outside of California, CCPA may apply if you’re doing business in the state and meet one of the above criteria.

What CCPA Requires

Businesses that meet any of these thresholds must allow individuals to:

  • Access collected personal data
  • Request deletion of their information
  • Opt out of data sharing or sale
  • Exercise their CCPA rights without discrimination
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Our CCPA Compliance Solutions and Support Services

We provide practical support for businesses that must meet CCPA compliance requirements. Each solution is built around the specific data flows, customer interactions, and system needs that define your business.

Our CCPA compliance solutions and services include:

  • Data mapping and inventory: Identify what personal information you collect, where it’s stored, and how it's used.
  • Privacy policy development: Align your data handling practices with CCPA and CPRA standards, including clear disclosures and opt-out instructions.
  • CCPA compliance tools: Implementation of tools that help manage consent, handle data requests, and automate recordkeeping.
  • Consulting and advice: Guidance on selecting and deploying compliance software for data access, deletion, and restriction workflows.
  • Time-sensitive support: Reliable guidance when you need to respond to time-sensitive consumer requests within the 45-day legal window.
  • Internal process reviews: Ensure your data processing aligns with legal standards and reduces risk.
  • Staff training: Workshops and programs to build awareness of data privacy laws and response procedures within your organization.

Comply with the Law or Face the Penalties

Failing to meet CCPA compliance requirements can result in serious financial and legal consequences. The law gives enforcement power to both the California Attorney General and the California Privacy Protection Agency, which means businesses may face penalties on multiple fronts.

Consequences include:
  • Fines of up to $2,663 per unintentional violation.
  • Fines of up to $7,998 per intentional violation, including failing to provide opt-out options or ignoring verified consumer requests.
  • Enforcement actions by the California Privacy Protection Agency, which may include mandatory audits or corrective orders.
  • Legal action from consumers in cases involving a data breach, especially where security measures were found to be lacking.
  • Damage to customer trust and brand reputation, particularly when personal data is mishandled or exposed.
  • Operational disruptions, including time and resources diverted to respond to regulatory inquiries or public complaints.
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Know the Requirements. Meet Them Completely.

Meeting CCPA requirements involves more than updating a privacy policy every now and then. Businesses need to make specific operational and technical changes to stay compliant and reduce the risk of fines.

Here’s what compliance typically includes:

  • Clear privacy notices that explain how data is collected, used, and shared
  • A process to respond to consumer requests within 45 days
  • An option for users to opt out of data sales through visible and functional links
  • Internal documentation that outlines data handling procedures
  • Reasonable security measures to reduce the risk of a data breach
  • Implement and enforce secure data handling practices

The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) builds on these requirements by introducing new categories of personal information, including sensitive data like geolocation and biometric identifiers.

Businesses are also expected to coordinate with the California Privacy Protection Agency, which now has full authority to audit companies and enforce compliance.

Don’t Guess - Choose Experts Who Understand CCPA Compliance

Our team brings local knowledge, technical skill, and legal awareness to guide businesses through CCPA compliance. Based in California, we understand the expectations set by the California Attorney General and the California Privacy Protection Agency, as well as how those expectations affect day-to-day operations.

Our focus is practical: clear policies, reliable tools, and efficient processes. We don’t overwhelm you with jargon or push generic solutions. Instead, we help you take measurable steps toward becoming and remaining CCPA compliant.

If you’re new to CCPA compliance or need to improve existing processes, we’re here to help.

CCPA FAQ

What is the CCPA, and how is it different from the GDPR?

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a state law that gives California residents rights over their personal data, including the right to access, delete, and opt out of the sale of their personal information. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a European Union regulation that applies more broadly to the processing of personal data for EU residents.

How do I know if my business needs to be compliant?

Your business must comply with the CCPA if it is for-profit, does business in California, and meets at least one of these thresholds:

~ Generates over $25 million in annual gross revenue

~ Buys, receives, sells, or shares personal information of 100,000 or more consumers or households annually

~ Derives 50% or more of annual revenue from selling consumers’ personal data

Even if located outside California, your business may still fall under the CCPA if it handles the personal data of California residents.

What kind of personal information does the CCPA cover?

The CCPA defines personal information as data that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked to a consumer or household. This includes:

~ Names, addresses, and email addresses

~ IP addresses and device identifiers

~ Geolocation data

~ Browsing history and purchase records

~ Inferences drawn to create consumer profiles

The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) expands this to include sensitive personal information such as government ID numbers, precise location data, and health or biometric information.

What happens if I’m not CCPA compliant?

Noncompliance can lead to:

Civil penalties of up to $2,663 per violation or $7,998 per intentional violation.

Investigations or enforcement actions by the California Attorney General or California Privacy Protection Agency.

Legal claims in cases involving data breaches where reasonable security measures were not in place.

How do I respond to CCPA consumer requests?

Businesses must provide at least two methods for consumers to submit requests, such as a toll-free phone number and an online form. Upon receiving a verifiable consumer request, businesses must:

Confirm the requestor’s identity

Provide requested information or delete data, as applicable

Respond within 45 days, with a possible 45-day extension if needed

Document and maintain records of the request and response

The law also requires businesses to include clear instructions in their privacy policies and offer a visible link to opt out of data sales, if applicable.

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