LGPD (Data Protection): Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how Brazil's data protection laws allow you to control your personal information and demand that companies delete your data.
LGPD is a set of rules in Brazil that gives you control over your personal information and how companies use it.
Who it's for
This applies to all citizens.
What you get
You have the legal right to ask companies to show you exactly what personal data they have collected about you. You also have the right to demand that a company delete your information from their systems.
What it costs you
There is no cost to use these rights; the process is free.
The catch to know
While the law is designed to protect you, you can specifically request data deletion from platforms that are not respecting your privacy.
How to apply
- Identify the specific information you want to access or delete.
- Contact the company's data protection officer or customer service department.
- Make a formal request for disclosure or deletion.
- Follow up through official channels if the company does not respond correctly.
For more information, visit the official portal: https://www.gov.br/anpd/pt-br