Brazil Passes New Law to Protect Children’s Online Privacy
Brazil Passes New Law to Protect Children’s Online Privacy
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Brazil has passed a new law, known as the ECA Digital, to modernize child protection in the digital age, Jurist News reported. The legislation extends safeguards for minors online and places new obligations on technology providers, including internet applications and electronic games.
The law requires companies to design their products and services with the interests of young users in mind, ensuring high standards of privacy. Online service providers must implement technical measures to prevent minors from accessing inappropriate content or having their personal data processed in ways that violate their privacy. It also mandates the use of age verification mechanisms. Minors between the ages of 12 and 18 will need parental or legal guardian consent to download online applications.
The new legislation also bans the use of “loot boxes” in video games. Companies that do not comply could face significant penalties, including fines of up to 50 million Brazilian reais or 10 percent of their revenue in Brazil, and potential suspension or a ban. The law was signed by Brazilian President Lula Da Silva on September 17 and is scheduled to take effect in March 2026.
