Extension of the temporary derogation from the ePrivacy Directive to combat online child sexual abuse
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Last active 28 Jul 2026
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
It extends a temporary EU rule letting certain messaging services detect, report, and remove online child sexual abuse content.
Who it affects
It affects providers of number-independent interpersonal communications services and the users of those services. It is aimed at online child sexual abuse victims and children at risk.
Core of the proposal
- Extends the temporary derogation from ePrivacy rules.
- Allows voluntary use of specific technologies for detection and reporting.
- Allows removal of child sexual abuse material from services.
- Keeps the measure limited until 3 April 2028.
Key provisions
- Takes effect
- It enters into force on the day after publication in the Official Journal.
- Transitional law
- The existing temporary regime is extended from 3 April 2026 to 3 April 2028.
Articles changed · 1 across 1 law
- Regulation (EU) 2021/1232 (32021R1232)
- art. 10: replaces the second subparagraph to extend application until 3 April 2028
Latest update
17 Aug 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
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Documents
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