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What are the laws surrounding online privacy in the United States?
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The laws surrounding online privacy in the United States can vary on a state-by-state basis, with most states having privacy protections for online activities. Generally, online privacy is protected by the federal Wiretap Act, the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, and the USA PATRIOT Act. Additionally, many states have enacted laws that provide additional protection of consumer data and consumer privacy. For example, California has the California Online Privacy Protection Act. Many of these laws dictate how personal and financial information can be collected, stored, and used.