The laws, and what they mean in practice

Privacy, AI and cybersecurity laws that shape digital trust work, from the GDPR to every US state privacy law. Each entry says who it applies to, who enforces it and when, in plain words, with the sources. Free for everyone.

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102laws explained

24US states with a privacy law

5coming into force

94in force today

Topic Privacy AI Health Children Biometrics Cybersecurity Breach notification Data brokers Marketing Financial International transfers

Status In force Coming into force Challenged or stayed Clear filters

European Union 2

GDPR

European Union

In force

The global reference point for privacy law: lawful bases, principles, rights, accountability, breach notice within 72 hours, transfer rules and fines up to 4 percent of worldwide turnover.

Since May 25, 2018 Guide in progress

EU-US DPF

European Union

In force

An adequacy decision letting personal data flow to self-certified US companies without standard contractual clauses.

Since Jul 10, 2023

This library explains laws for practitioners. It is not legal advice, and laws change: check the sources on each page and take advice from counsel before acting.