What does the GLBA require financial institutions to do with consumer information?

The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) establishes important requirements for financial institutions to ensure that consumer information is protected. One of the key provisions of the GLBA is the requirement that financial institutions not only safeguard consumer information but also clearly inform consumers about how their information will be collected, shared, and used. This is achieved through privacy notices that detail the institution's privacy policies and practices, including the types of information collected, any third parties with whom it may be shared, and consumers' rights regarding their information.

Key components of compliance under the GLBA focus on transparency and consumer protection. Financial institutions must also implement appropriate security measures to protect sensitive consumer data from unauthorized access or breaches. This dual responsibility of safeguarding consumer information while also informing customers about data handling practices is central to the act's goal of promoting trust and consumer rights within the financial services industry.