Sarah Chen
Head of Privacy Research
About Sarah
Sarah Chen leads privacy research at PrivacyOn, where she publishes step-by-step opt-out guides and tracks the ever-shifting landscape of the people-search industry. She is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) and has spent more than a decade helping individuals and families regain control of their personal information. Before joining PrivacyOn, Sarah worked in consumer privacy operations, where she personally handled thousands of data-removal requests and built the removal playbooks still used across the industry today. She holds a B.S. in Computer Science and is a member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Her work focuses on translating dense privacy law and broker policies into clear, actionable steps that anyone can follow.
Recent articles by Sarah
How to Create a Family Privacy Plan
A family privacy plan protects every member of your household from data brokers, identity theft, and online threats. Here's how to build one step by step.
How to Opt Out of Data Brokers in Oklahoma
Oklahoma residents now have new privacy rights under the Oklahoma Consumer Data Privacy Act. Learn how to remove your personal data from brokers step by step.
How to Opt Out of Data Brokers in West Virginia
West Virginia residents can take steps to remove their personal data from brokers. Here's a complete guide to protecting your privacy in the Mountain State.
How to Protect Your Privacy From Utility Smart Meters
Smart meters collect detailed data about your daily habits. Learn what utility companies know about you and how to protect your privacy from smart meter surveillance.
How to Protect Your Privacy When Using Government Services Online
Government websites collect sensitive personal data during identity verification. Learn how to protect your privacy while using online government services.
How to Protect Yourself From Fake Charity Scams
Fake charity scams steal your money and personal information. Learn how to spot fraudulent charities and donate safely without risking identity theft.
Privacy Guide for First Responders
Firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics face unique privacy threats. Learn how to protect your personal information and keep your family safe as a first responder.
PrivacyOn vs McAfee Identity Protection
Comparing PrivacyOn and McAfee Identity Protection for data removal and identity theft prevention. See which service offers better privacy coverage in 2026.
Understanding Data Broker Registries
Several states now require data brokers to register publicly. Learn how data broker registries work and how you can use them to protect your privacy.
What to Do After a Social Media Data Breach
A social media data breach exposes your personal information to criminals. Here's exactly what to do to protect yourself when a platform you use gets breached.
How to Opt Out of Cubib
Step-by-step guide to removing your personal information from Cubib's public database of millions of records.
How to Protect Your Privacy From AI Meeting Assistants
Learn how AI meeting notetakers like Otter, Fireflies, and Zoom AI Companion collect your data and what you can do to protect your privacy.