What are the main GDPR data privacy rights?

Transparency, access, rectification, erasure (with caveats), objection, portability. Basics for controlling your data.

Can companies always delete my data under GDPR?

No—exemptions for legal, public interest reasons. Don't assume instant wipe.

What's the minimum age for GDPR consent?

16, but countries can set 13-16. No lower.

How do I exercise GDPR rights ?

Email the company, cite Article 15-22. Escalate to data protection authority if ignored.

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Twitter Poll Bombshell: Just 60% of Privacy Fans Nail GDPR Rights Basics

Picture this: A poll of privacy-savvy Twitter users, and still, over a third botch the 'right to be forgotten.' If they're clueless, good luck to the rest of us.

theAIcatchup Apr 07, 2026 4 min read

Bar chart of Twitter poll results revealing misconceptions about GDPR data privacy rights

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Twitter poll shows even privacy fans misunderstand key GDPR rights like erasure and consent age. 𝕏
Business non-compliance thrives on consumer ignorance—half of small firms skip basics. 𝕏
Without education push, GDPR's empowerment promise remains unfulfilled amid rising fines. 𝕏

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