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

On 10 September 2025, the Bill amending the Civil Code to include a provision on social media account cancellation was adopted by the California State Assembly. 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.