The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)—formerly the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA)—protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities.


What's New at DCA?

Go to Ready to Rent webpage to learn about the program

Ready to Rent

Get free one-on-one financial counseling and assistance with affordable housing applications through the Ready to Rent program. Learn more.

Go to NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene website

Stop the Spread of Novel Coronavirus

Cover your sneezes. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds. Avoid touching your face. Get more tips from NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Go to webpage to get consumer protection tips for immigrants

Consumer Protection Tips for Immigrants

NYC protects the rights of all New Yorkers. Get consumer protection tips for immigrants in 11 languages.

Go to GetCoveredNYC webpage to learn more

GetCoveredNYC

Free health insurance enrollment assistance for the plan of your choice. Learn more.

COVID-19 Citywide Information & Updates

COVID-19 Citywide Information & Updates

Get the latest health guidance, resources for individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and ways to help.

Go to nyc.gov/taxprep

File Your Taxes for Free

If you earn $68,000 or less, learn how you can file for free — including from home — with the help of an IRS certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparer.

Go to Open Data webpage

Open Data for All

Open Data is an opportunity to engage New Yorkers in the information that is produced and used by City government. Learn more.

Go to Register to Vote webpage

Call 311 or visit vote.nyc to register to vote.