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

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New York

State laws below. Federal laws such as HIPAA, COPPA and the FTC Act apply in every state: see US federal.

US states 3

SAFE for Kids Act

New York

Enacted, not yet in force

Limits addictive algorithmic feeds and overnight notifications for minors without parental consent.

From Jan 25, 2027

SHIELD Act

New York

In force

Broadened New York's breach notification law and requires reasonable administrative, technical and physical safeguards.

Since Mar 21, 2020

NYDFS Part 500

New York

In force

A detailed cybersecurity program regulation with annual certification, CISO reporting, incident notice within 72 hours and personal liability exposure for certifying executives.

Since Mar 1, 2017 Guide in progress

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.