Video Privacy Protection Act

VPPA
active

Protects consumer privacy with respect to video rental and streaming records. Prohibits disclosure of personally identifiable rental/streaming information without written consent.

Jurisdiction

United States

Jurisdiction Type

federal

Country

United States

Effective Date

11/5/1988

Enforcing Authority

Private right of action

Maximum Fine

Actual damages (minimum ,500) plus punitive damages and attorney fees

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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Privacy Topics

video_recordsrental_recordsstreaming_dataconsent