China Personal Information Protection Law

PIPL
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China comprehensive personal information protection law. Strict cross-border transfer restrictions. Applies extraterritorially to processing of Chinese residents data.

Jurisdiction

China

Jurisdiction Type

federal

Country

China

Effective Date

11/1/2021

Enforcing Authority

Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC)

Maximum Fine

Up to RMB 50M (~M) or 5% of annual revenue

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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Privacy Topics

consentdata_subject_rightscross_border_transferautomated_decision_makingfacial_recognition