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New Hampshire Privacy Act (NHPA) (New Hampshire)

In Effect
Law Status
New Hampshire
Law Name
2026-01-01
Effective Date
medium
Priority

New Hampshire has enacted the New Hampshire Privacy Act (NHPA) (New Hampshire). The law is currently in effect. It applies to controls or processes personal data of >=35,000 consumers per year or >=10,000 consumers and derives >25% of gross revenue from sale of personal data. Consumers have the right to delete their data, correct inaccurate data, opt out of data sales. Violations can result in penalties of up to $7,500 per violation.

Consumer Rights

Right to Access✔ Yes
Right to Delete✔ Yes
Right to Correct✔ Yes
Right to Portability✔ Yes
Opt Out of Data Sale✔ Yes
Opt Out of Targeted Ads✔ Yes
Opt Out of Profiling✔ Yes
Right to Appeal✔ Yes
Authorized Agent✔ Yes

Business Obligations

Privacy Notice Required✔ Required
Data Minimization✔ Required
Data Protection Assessment✔ Required
Processor Contract Required✔ Required
Universal Opt-Out Required✘ No
Sensitive Data Consent✔ Required
Child Data Consent✔ Required
Appeals Process Required✔ Required

Applicability & Thresholds

Revenue FloorNone
Primary Consumer Threshold35,000 consumers
Secondary Consumer Threshold10,000 consumers
Data Sale Revenue %25%
Small Business ExemptionYes
Nonprofit ExemptionYes
Employee Data ExemptionYes
Child Age ThresholdUnder 13

Enforcement & Penalties

Enforcing AgencyNew Hampshire Attorney General
Dedicated Privacy AgencyNo
Penalty Per Violation$7,500
Penalty Per Willful Violation$7,500
Private Right of ActionNone
Cure Period60 days
Response Deadline45 days

Important Notes

60-day cure period. Penalty up to $7,500 per violation. Effective Jan 1, 2026.

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How New Hampshire Compares to Neighboring States

StateLawStatusEffective DatePriority
New Hampshire ◀New HampshireIn Effect2026-01-01medium
MaineMaineNo LawN/Alow
VermontVermontNo LawN/Alow
MassachusettsMassachusettsNo LawN/Alow

Frequently Asked Questions — New Hampshire Privacy Law

What is the New Hampshire and who does it apply to?

The New Hampshire Privacy Act (NHPA) (New Hampshire) is New Hampshire's comprehensive consumer privacy law, effective 2026-01-01. Controls or processes personal data of >=35,000 consumers per year OR >=10,000 consumers AND derives >25% of gross revenue from sale of personal data

What rights do New Hampshire consumers have under New Hampshire?

Under the New Hampshire, New Hampshire consumers have the right to: access their personal data, request deletion of their data, correct inaccurate data, obtain a portable copy of their data, opt out of the sale of their personal data, opt out of targeted advertising, opt out of profiling for significant decisions, appeal a denial of their privacy rights request.

Does New Hampshire require consent for sensitive data?

Yes. The New Hampshire requires businesses to obtain affirmative consent before processing sensitive personal data. This includes data such as health information, biometric data, precise geolocation, and other sensitive categories.

What are the penalties for violating New Hampshire?

Violations of the New Hampshire can result in civil penalties of up to $7,500 per violation and up to $7,500 per willful violation. There is no private right of action — enforcement is exclusively by the state Attorney General.

Does New Hampshire require a data protection assessment?

Yes. The New Hampshire requires businesses to conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities such as targeted advertising, sale of personal data, sensitive data processing, and certain profiling activities.

Is there a universal opt-out requirement under New Hampshire?

The New Hampshire does not currently require recognition of universal opt-out mechanisms. Businesses are not required to honor browser-based opt-out signals.

How long does a business have to respond to a consumer request under New Hampshire?

Businesses must respond to consumer privacy requests within 45 days under the New Hampshire. An extension of up to 45 additional days is available with notice to the consumer. If a request is denied, businesses must provide an appeals process with a response within 45 days.

Official Source

New Hampshire Attorney General

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Data Methodology

DataTactic researchers verify privacy law data directly against official government sources — New Hampshire Attorney General publications, state statutes, and agency websites. Each data point is cross-referenced against primary sources before publication. Records are reviewed and updated when laws or requirements change.

Last verified: 2026-06-01 · DataTactic provides reference information only. This is not legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for compliance guidance.