Get Certified
Helping make privacy achievable and accountable for businesses of all sizes.
The Global Privacy Division of BBB National Programs is a third-party provider of privacy certifications, assessments, and independent dispute resolution dedicated to helping companies confidently demonstrate that their privacy practices are built upon the principles that form the building blocks for global privacy standards.
Demonstrate Compliance
Global privacy best practices are achievable by businesses of any size, even if you are just getting started.
Strengthen your standards for data privacy
Stay aligned with evolving global regulations
Easily demonstrate vendor due diligence
Enhance and increase your consumers' trust
The Process
Let us answer your questions, help you determine your eligibility, and get you certified.
1
Determine your eligibility.
Our certifications are designed for businesses of any size headquartered in the U.S. or around the world.
2
Apply online.
Submit our online application and work with a member of our team to review and refine relevant data privacy policies and practices.
3
Receive your certification.
With your certification seal, start receiving one-on-one support, compliance and monitoring services, and speedy, seamless, and fair dispute resolution.
Our certifications are backed by a long-standing commitment to transparency and independent accountability.
Global Privacy Division
Through BBB National Programs' Global Privacy Division, businesses show their partners and customers that they put privacy first, no matter where they operate. Our programs serve as key elements of frameworks like the Cross-Border Privacy Rules and Privacy Shield, bridging gaps between divergent privacy and data protection regimes. By embracing our independent accountability mechanisms, participating businesses strengthen standards for data privacy and enhance consumer trust in the digital marketplace.