The UAE has issued a new law to protect children from digital risks and harmful content. The law aims to enhance child digital safety and promote responsible use of modern technologies. It establishes a governance framework and defines the roles and responsibilities of competent authorities.
Who should read this
Parents and digital platform operators should immediately review this law
Directly affected
Key facts
- The law applies to internet service providers and digital platforms operating in the UAE
- It establishes a Child Digital Safety Council to achieve integration and coordination among ministries and entities
- The law proposes an integrated framework of awareness and education on child digital safety
- It defines key terms such as 'harmful content' and 'targeted electronic advertising'
- The law requires digital platforms to implement enhanced child protection controls
What this means for you
The new law requires digital platforms and internet service providers to take steps to protect children from digital risks and harmful content, and to promote responsible use of modern technologies.
Directly affected: digital platforms, internet service providers, parents, child caregivers
Source
UAE Legislation Portal — Finance & Banking (Sector 46)
https://uaelegislation.gov.ae/en/legislations/3912
Original-source date: 2025 · Captured: 2026-05-18T18:43+00:00Z
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