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How to Delete Your Data From 23andMe
- Genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, prompting concerns about the security of customers' genetic data.
- Consumers, especially in California and Washington, have legal rights to request the deletion of their data from 23andMe.
- With the company facing uncertainty, customers are advised to download their genetic information and request data deletion promptly.
- Deleting genetic data from 23andMe's website involves accessing Settings, viewing data, and selecting the option to permanently delete it.
- Customers can also request the destruction of the biological sample used for DNA extraction if previously authorized.
- Opting in or out of research participation can be done by updating consent settings, affecting future use of personal data by 23andMe.
- 23andMe's struggle with profitability, declining demand for testing kits, and data privacy issues have influenced its turbulent financial situation.
- Despite the bankruptcy filing, 23andMe vows to maintain its current data protection practices during the sale process.
- Customers are advised to be vigilant about their data privacy and to monitor the situation closely as 23andMe undergoes changes.
- The future ownership of 23andMe will determine the fate of customer data and the company's mission going forward.
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