United States of America: Bill amending Civil Code to include a provision on social media account cancellation was signed by Governor of California

On 8 October 2025, the Bill amending the Civil Code to include a provision on social media account cancellation was signed by the Governor of California. The Bill applies to social media platforms earning over USD 100 million annually. It requires a clear “Delete Account” button in platform settings, accessible through an application (app) or browser. When clicked, the platform must guide users to delete their account and personal data under the California Consumer Protection Act. The Bill also states that platforms cannot use dark patterns or other methods to obstruct deletion.