Do you describe the choices available to the individual and obtain implicit or explicit consent with respect to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information?

This question is asking whether your organization provides clear information to individuals about how their personal information will be collected, used, and shared, and whether you obtain their consent before doing so. What this means: - You need to inform users about what personal data you collect - You need to explain how that data will be used - You need to disclose who that data might be shared with - You need to provide choices about this data collection/use/sharing - You need to obtain either implicit consent (e.g., continued use after notification) or explicit consent (e.g., clicking 'I agree') Why it's asked in security assessments: This question addresses compliance with data privacy regulations like GDPR, CCPA, and others that require transparency and user control over personal data. Organizations evaluating your service want to ensure you follow privacy best practices and won't expose them to regulatory risks. Poor privacy practices could lead to legal issues, fines, and reputational damage. How to best answer: 1. Describe your privacy notice/policy and how it's presented to users 2. Explain the specific choices users have regarding their data 3. Detail how consent is obtained (opt-in checkboxes, click-through agreements, etc.) 4. Mention how you handle consent for different types of data processing 5. Include information about how users can change their preferences later Be specific about your actual practices rather than making general statements. If you have different consent mechanisms for different types of data or user groups, explain those distinctions.