The Gramm–Leach–Bliley Act (GLB), Title V, 15 U.S.C. 6801–6827, governs the treatment of personal information when certain financial services are provided in the private sector. The GLB requires that customers be given notice about data practices and choices as to whether data can be shared with unaffiliated parties. Examples of financial services include banking activities or functions; wire or monetary transfers; printing, selling, or cashing checks; or providing credit services. Financial services do not include accepting payment by check or credit card issued by another entity. The Postal Service has adopted policies to comply voluntarily with GLB for its products and services that would be considered financial services if offered by a private sector company.
