Shield for Virginia, explained.
Does Shield work for Virginia residents? +
Yes. Shield submits deletion requests to 500+ data brokers on behalf of Virginia residents and re-submits every 45 days. Dark web monitoring and monthly privacy reports work identically to every other supported state.
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How is Shield for Virginia different from Shield for Texas or California? +
Same services, different legal frameworks. California residents get DROP registry access (live August 1, 2026) with CPPA enforcement. Texas residents get TDPSA opt-out agent recognition (Jan 2025). Virginia VCDPA has no explicit authorized-agent framework — brokers voluntarily honor deletion requests from services like Shield. The practical outcome is substantially similar across states.
What does Shield cost for Virginia residents? +
Same pricing as every state: $4.99/month, $49/year (save 18%), or $99/year family plan covering up to 4 members. Cancel anytime with one click. Founding members get 50% off year one.
Does ClickOff store my Virginia driver's license or SSN? +
No. Shield operates on your email, name, phone number, and address — the same data brokers already have about you. We never request or store sensitive IDs like driver's license numbers, SSNs, or financial account information.
Can I enforce my VCDPA rights myself? +
No. VCDPA has no private right of action. Only the Virginia Attorney General can bring enforcement actions — individuals cannot sue businesses directly. Shield submits requests and, when brokers ignore them, our system flags patterns of non-compliance so you can report them to the AG's office.
What happens if I move from Virginia to another state? +
Shield automatically adjusts to your new state's legal framework. If you move to California, Texas, Colorado, Oregon, or any state where Shield operates, coverage continues seamlessly. Update your address in your dashboard — we handle the legal mechanics.
Why doesn't Virginia have a centralized delete system? +
Because the Virginia legislature hasn't passed one. Only California has a centralized registry (DROP, live Aug 1, 2026). Virginia, Texas, and most other states created consumer rights without building the infrastructure to exercise them easily. That's the gap Shield fills — one subscription covers 500+ brokers instead of you contacting each one.
Can I cancel Shield anytime? +
Yes. One click. No retention call. No "are you sure?" dark pattern. The cancel button is on your dashboard. Your data stays deleted — we just stop re-submitting future deletion cycles.