EU ePrivacy Directive

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EU directive on privacy in electronic communications. Governs cookies, direct marketing, and confidentiality of communications. Often enforced alongside GDPR.

Jurisdiction

European Union

Jurisdiction Type

supranational

Effective Date

7/12/2002

Enforcing Authority

National Data Protection Authorities

Maximum Fine

Determined by member states

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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Privacy Topics

cookieselectronic_communicationsdirect_marketingtracking