CAN-SPAM Act

CAN-SPAM
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Sets rules for commercial email. Requires accurate headers, clear identification as ads, opt-out mechanisms, and physical postal address. Does not require opt-in consent (unlike GDPR).

Jurisdiction

United States

Jurisdiction Type

federal

Country

United States

Effective Date

12/16/2003

Enforcing Authority

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Maximum Fine

Up to ,120 per email in violation

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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Privacy Topics

email_marketingopt_outcommercial_messagesdeceptive_headers
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