Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA) (Oregon)
Oregon has enacted the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA) (Oregon). The law is currently in effect. It applies to controls or processes personal data of >=100,000 consumers per year (excluding data for payment transactions) or >=25,000 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.
Important Notes
30-day cure period through Jan 1, 2026. Penalty up to $7,500 per violation. Nonprofits have until July 1, 2025.
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What is the Oregon and who does it apply to?
The Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA) (Oregon) is Oregon's comprehensive consumer privacy law, effective 2024-07-01. Controls or processes personal data of >=100,000 consumers per year (excluding data for payment transactions) OR >=25,000 consumers AND derives >25% of gross revenue from sale of personal data
What rights do Oregon consumers have under Oregon?
Under the Oregon, Oregon 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 Oregon require consent for sensitive data?
Yes. The Oregon 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 Oregon?
Violations of the Oregon 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 Oregon require a data protection assessment?
Yes. The Oregon 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 Oregon?
The Oregon 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 Oregon?
Businesses must respond to consumer privacy requests within 45 days under the Oregon. 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
Oregon Attorney General
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Last verified: 2026-06-01 · DataTactic provides reference information only. This is not legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for compliance guidance.