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Florida FIPA guide
Small business cybersecurity policy template for Florida's Information Protection Act
Any business that keeps Floridians' personal information has to protect it and report breaches fast. Here is what the law asks for in plain English, and editable policies to put your security in writing.
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Updated October 18, 2026 · Get the free self-assessment
The requirement
What the Florida Information Protection Act requires, in plain English
The Florida Information Protection Act (Fla. Stat. §501.171) applies to businesses that acquire, maintain, store or use personal information about Florida residents. That includes things like names combined with Social Security, driver's license or account numbers, medical or health insurance information, and online login credentials.
The core duty is simple: take reasonable measures to protect and secure that data. The law doesn't list specific controls, so written policies are how you show what "reasonable" means at your business.
If there is a breach, you must notify affected individuals no later than 30 days after determining a breach occurred or having reason to believe one did. If 500 or more Floridians are affected, you must also notify the Florida Department of Legal Affairs within 30 days. Vendors that hold data for you must tell you within 10 days.
When you no longer need customer records, you must dispose of them so the information is unreadable, for example by shredding or wiping.
Requirement by requirement
Where each requirement is covered in the Small Business CyberSecure kit
Every document is editable Word or Excel. Items marked Pro are in the Professional Edition only.
| Requirement | What it means for you | Kit documents |
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| Reasonable measures (§501.171(2)) | A written security program sized to your business. |
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| Access control and MFA | Protect email, banking and business apps. |
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| Encryption and data protection | Protect personal information at rest and in transit. |
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| Staff training | Teach employees to spot phishing and handle data safely. |
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| Vendors (10-day notice, §501.171(6)) | Vet vendors that hold your data and set notice expectations. |
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| 30-day breach notice (§501.171(3)-(4)) | A plan to investigate and notify on time. |
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| Secure disposal (§501.171(8)) | Shred or wipe records you no longer need. |
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| Backups and continuity | Get back up and running after ransomware or an outage. |
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| Payment and wire fraud | Verify bank detail changes before you pay. |
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What the Information Security Policy looks like
Plain-language templates with bracketed fields for your details, policy IDs that stay the same when you upgrade, and a footer reminding you to customize before use.
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What's inside
Every file in each edition
Policy numbers carry over from the Starter Kit to the Professional Edition, so you can start small and upgrade without renumbering.
Starter Kit
$12922 editable files
Policies 15
- SB-CYB-001Information Security Policy
- SB-CYB-002Cybersecurity Roles & Responsibilities Policy
- SB-CYB-003Risk Management Policy
- SB-CYB-004Password & Authentication Policy
- SB-CYB-005Access Control Policy
- SB-CYB-006Multi-Factor Authentication Policy
- SB-CYB-007Acceptable Use Policy
- SB-CYB-008Security Awareness & Training Policy
- SB-CYB-009Email & Phishing Security Policy
- SB-CYB-010Endpoint Security Policy
- SB-CYB-011Mobile & Remote Work Policy
- SB-CYB-012Data Protection & Encryption Policy
- SB-CYB-013Backup & Recovery Policy
- SB-CYB-014Incident Response Policy
- SB-CYB-015Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Policy
Plans, guides & assessments 6
- WordProfessional Implementation Guide
- WordEmployee Cybersecurity Guide
- WordIncident Response Plan
- Word30-60-90 Day Action Plan
- Word50-Point Cybersecurity Checklist
- WordCybersecurity Maturity Assessment
Workbook 1
- ExcelSmall Business CyberSecure Toolkit
Professional Edition
$24940 editable files
Policies 21
- SB-CYB-001Information Security Policy
- SB-CYB-002Cybersecurity Roles & Responsibilities Policy
- SB-CYB-003Risk Management Policy
- SB-CYB-004Password & Authentication Policy
- SB-CYB-005Access Control Policy
- SB-CYB-006Multi-Factor Authentication Policy
- SB-CYB-007Acceptable Use Policy
- SB-CYB-008Security Awareness & Training Policy
- SB-CYB-009Email & Phishing Security Policy
- SB-CYB-010Endpoint Security Policy
- SB-CYB-011Mobile & Remote Work Policy
- SB-CYB-012Data Protection & Encryption Policy
- SB-CYB-013Backup & Recovery Policy
- SB-CYB-014Incident Response Policy
- SB-CYB-015Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Policy
- SB-CYB-016Vendor & Cloud Provider Security Policy
- SB-CYB-017Generative AI Acceptable Use Policy
- SB-CYB-018Vulnerability & Patch Management Policy
- SB-CYB-019Data Retention & Disposal Policy
- SB-CYB-020Payment & Wire Fraud Prevention Policy
- SB-CYB-021AI Governance Policy
Plans, guides & assessments 8
- WordProfessional Edition Implementation Guide
- WordIncident Response Plan & Playbooks
- WordTabletop Exercise Kit
- Word30-60-90 Day Action Plan
- WordEmployee Cybersecurity Quick Guide
- Word50-Point Cybersecurity Checklist
- WordCybersecurity Maturity Assessment
- Word50-Question Small Business Cybersecurity Self-Assessment
Forms & templates 10
- FORM-01Payment & Banking Change Verification Form
- FORM-02Access Request Form
- FORM-03Offboarding Checklist
- FORM-04Software & SaaS Request Form
- FORM-05Security Exception Request
- FORM-06Incident Intake Form
- FORM-07Vendor Security Questionnaire
- FORM-08Policy Acknowledgment Form
- FORM-09Breach Notification Evaluation Worksheet
- FORM-10Management Review Record
Workbook 1
- ExcelSmall Business CyberSecure Professional Toolkit
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Does the Florida Information Protection Act apply to my small business?
If your business acquires, maintains, stores or uses personal information about Florida residents, it likely does, regardless of size. Check with counsel for your situation.
How long do we have to report a data breach in Florida?
Notify affected individuals no later than 30 days after determining a breach occurred or having reason to believe one did. If 500 or more Floridians are affected, notify the Department of Legal Affairs within the same window.
Does Florida law list required security controls?
No. It requires reasonable measures. Written policies covering access control, MFA, encryption, training and incident response are a practical way to show what you do.
Is this only for Florida businesses?
No. The policies work anywhere, but this guide explains Florida's law. Other states have their own breach and security laws.
Is this legal advice?
No. These are editable templates and education. Have your attorney review documents that carry legal obligations.
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See the full Small Business CyberSecure pageSources
- Florida Statutes § 501.171, Security of confidential personal information
- Baker Donelson: the trend of stricter state data breach laws continues in Florida
This guide is plain-English education, current as of October 18, 2026. It is not legal advice, an audit or a compliance determination, and Cybriva is not affiliated with any regulator or standards body named here. Rules change and vary by state; confirm how they apply to you with your attorney or compliance advisor.