Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA) Awareness Course

Coming Soon: March 2026 Delivery: 100% online Duration: 35-40 minutes Certificate on Completion

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Texas is the second-largest state economy in the United States, and the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act brings comprehensive privacy requirements to businesses operating in the Lone Star State. With its unique small business exemption and broad applicability, TDPSA affects organisations differently than other state privacy laws.

This course provides practical guidance on the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act. We cover who must comply (including the important small business exemption), the rights Texas residents have over their data, sensitive data requirements, and enforcement mechanisms.

The TDPSA became effective on July 1, 2024, and applies to businesses that aren't classified as small businesses under SBA definitions. Like other state laws, it provides a 30-day cure period and penalties up to $7,500 per violation. No technical background required - just focused, practical training your team can apply immediately.

Why learn about the TDPSA?

Comply with privacy requirements in the second-largest US state economy
Understand the unique small business exemption and whether it applies to you
Handle Texas consumer data requests correctly within required timeframes
Avoid penalties of up to $7,500 per violation
Implement proper consent mechanisms for sensitive and biometric data

Course features

Texas-specific

Focused entirely on the TDPSA with Texas-specific requirements, the small business exemption, and state enforcement context.

Practical scenarios

Real-world examples showing how the TDPSA applies in everyday business situations across various industries.

Current guidance

Covers the law as effective July 2024 with the latest interpretations and compliance guidance.

Official sources

Built from the Texas Business and Commerce Code and Attorney General guidance, with references to official documentation.

Learning with us

Course information

Learning outcomes

Understand when and how the TDPSA applies to your organisation
Know whether the small business exemption applies to your business
Recognise the rights Texas residents have over their personal data
Handle consumer data requests correctly within required timeframes
Understand enforcement, the cure period, and potential penalties

Training recommendations

All employees who handle customer data should complete this training.
Annual refresher training is recommended to stay current with amendments and enforcement trends.
Teams handling sensitive data or consumer requests may benefit from additional role-specific training.

This course is recommended for

Employees who handle customer data at organisations that conduct business in Texas. This includes marketing, sales, customer service, HR, IT, and compliance teams, particularly at organisations that are not classified as small businesses under SBA definitions.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. No legal or technical background is required.

What do I need for this course?

This course is 100% online and delivered through our online learning platform. Organisations can also access this content via their own LMS on request (SCORM format available).

Course content

Section 1: Understanding the Texas Privacy Landscape

In this section we introduce the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act and explain why it matters for your organisation. We cover the unique aspects of Texas's approach and what makes it different from other state laws.

Lessons

Introduction to the TDPSA
Why Texas matters: the second-largest state economy
Effective date and compliance timeline
Key definitions you need to know

Section 2: Who Must Comply

Texas has unique applicability rules that differ from other states. This section covers who the law applies to, including the small business exemption and the role of revenue thresholds.

Lessons

Business applicability thresholds
The small business exemption
Conducting business in Texas
Entities exempt from the TDPSA

Section 3: Consumer Rights Under TDPSA

Texas residents have specific rights over their personal data. We cover what those rights are, how to handle requests, and the timeframes you must meet.

Lessons

The right to know and access
The right to correct inaccuracies
The right to delete personal data
The right to data portability
The right to opt out of sales and targeted advertising
Handling consumer requests within 45 days

Section 4: Sensitive Data and Consent

The TDPSA requires opt-in consent before processing sensitive data. We explain what counts as sensitive data in Texas and how to implement proper consent mechanisms.

Lessons

What is sensitive data under TDPSA?
The opt-in consent requirement
Children's data and parental consent
Consent for biometric and geolocation data
Practical consent workflows

Section 5: Operational Compliance Requirements

This section covers the practical obligations organisations must meet, including privacy notices, data protection assessments, and contracts with processors.

Lessons

Privacy notice requirements
Data protection assessments
Data minimisation and purpose limitation
Security obligations
Processor and contractor requirements

Section 6: Enforcement and Penalties

Understand how the TDPSA is enforced, the 30-day cure period, and what penalties look like. We also cover how to respond if you receive an investigation notice.

Lessons

Attorney General enforcement authority
The 30-day cure period
Penalties up to $7,500 per violation
No private right of action
Responding to investigations

Section 7: Assessment

Test your knowledge with scenario-based questions covering all the key TDPSA concepts from the course.

Lessons

Knowledge check (10 questions)

How it works

Step 1

Get notified

Sign up to be notified when this course launches. You'll be among the first to know and can start training your team immediately.

Step 2

Start learning

Each team member will have access to the learning materials and assessment. On completion of the course, team members will be issued with a certificate.

Step 3

Stay compliant

As the TDPSA evolves, we'll update the course. Trainees can review updated materials to stay current with enforcement trends and amendments.

What's included

Training

Distraction-free online learning platform
Scenario-based end of course assessment

Updates

Access to all course material updates and enhancements for the length of your access period

Certification

Certificate on completion

Course FAQs

Will I get a certificate?

Yes, on completion of the course you will be issued with a digital certificate. It will be issued by our team shortly after completion of the course including the end of course assessment. You can add this to your LinkedIn profile.

Who should take this course?

This course is designed for employees who handle customer data at organisations that may be subject to Texas's privacy law. This includes marketing, sales, customer service, HR, and IT teams at organisations doing business in Texas.

How is TDPSA different from other state privacy laws?

While TDPSA follows the Virginia model, it has unique features. Most notably, it includes a small business exemption based on SBA definitions, making it one of the few state laws to exclude smaller businesses. It also has specific requirements for biometric data and applies to the second-largest state economy in the US.

Does TDPSA apply to my organisation?

TDPSA applies to organisations that conduct business in Texas, produce products or services consumed by Texas residents, process or sell personal data, and are NOT classified as a small business under the US Small Business Administration definitions. Unlike other states, Texas does not use specific data processing thresholds.

What are the penalties for non-compliance?

The Texas Attorney General can impose civil penalties of up to $7,500 per violation. However, organisations have a 30-day period to cure any alleged violation before penalties apply. There is no private right of action, meaning individuals cannot sue directly.

Is there a money back guarantee?

Yes, we offer a 14-day 100% money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with the course for any reason, simply contact us within 14 days of purchase for a full refund.

How long does the course take?

The course typically takes 35-40 minutes to complete. You can pause and resume at any time, and your progress is automatically saved.