22 Apr 2025

🛡️Amendments to Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule

Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule

Summary

The Federal Trade Commission amends the Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule (the "Rule"), consistent with the requirements of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. The amendments to the Rule, which are based on the FTC's review of public comments and its enforcement experience, include one new definition and modifications to several others, as well as updates to key provisions to respond to changes in technology and online practices. The amendments are intended to strengthen protection of personal information collected from children, and, where appropriate, to clarify and streamline the Rule since it was last amended in January 2013.

Agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission

Business Impact ?

$$$ - High

The amendments to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule increase compliance responsibilities for businesses, particularly regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of children's personal information and parental consent requirements. Businesses in digital spaces targeting children must adapt their operations, affecting potential costs and operational procedures.

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