Save the date: July 24 is Alameda DROP Day

DROP Day Alameda on the Alameda Free Library site. Includes info on the library’s translations and accessibility accommodations that will be available. Please check at least 7 working days before the event if you need translation or accessibility accommodations.

Who: People in California who want to protect privacy

What: Alameda DROP Day

Where: Alameda Free Library main branch,1550 Oak St., Alameda, California

When: Friday July 24, 2026. 10am-4pm

Why: Protect yourself from data brokers and get helpful privacy tips

Starting on August 1, 2026, all data brokers registered in the state of California will be required to remove your personal information—if you sign up for the newDelete Request and Opt-out Platform (DROP) operated by the state.

We will help you get started with DROP, and help you out with any other privacy questions. If you have already signed up for DROP, you are welcome to attend, to learn more about privacy and help others.

We will be available 10am-4pm, but signing up for DROP only takes a few minutes. Arrive as early as you want and stay as late as you want.

More info on DROP at the CalPrivacy site: “DROP gives you more control over your data. You can tell data brokers to delete and not sell your personal information.”

Not in Alameda?

CalPrivacy will be hosting other DROP events elsewhere in California. SeeCalPrivacy Launches Statewide Roadshow to Bring Privacy Tool Directly to Residents for locations and dates.