Reference Guide for Developers
EU Digital
Regulations
A comprehensive compendium of European Union regulations governing digital services, data protection, AI systems, and platform accountability.
All Regulations
Select a regulation to view its requirements, scope, and compliance guidance.
GDPR
General Data Protection Regulation
The foundational regulation governing personal data processing in the EU. Establishes principles for lawful processing, data subject rights, and accountability requirements.
ePrivacy Directive
Directive on Privacy in Electronic Communications
The "cookie law" governing electronic communications privacy, including consent requirements for tracking technologies and confidentiality of communications.
Data Governance Act
Regulation on European Data Governance
Creates framework for data sharing, data intermediaries, and data altruism organizations to increase data availability for the common good.
Data Act
Regulation on Harmonised Rules on Fair Access to and Use of Data
Grants users control over data generated by connected devices. Requires manufacturers to enable data access and portability.
Digital Services Act
Regulation on a Single Market for Digital Services
Comprehensive framework for platform accountability, content moderation, algorithmic transparency, and user protection online.
Digital Markets Act
Regulation on Contestable and Fair Markets in the Digital Sector
Establishes ex-ante rules for designated "gatekeeper" platforms to ensure fair competition and market contestability.
Platform Work Directive
Directive on Improving Working Conditions in Platform Work
Protects gig economy workers through employment status presumptions, algorithmic management transparency, and data protection requirements.
NIS2 Directive
Directive on Security of Network and Information Systems
Enhanced cybersecurity requirements for essential and important entities, including incident reporting and risk management obligations.
Cyber Resilience Act
Regulation on Cybersecurity Requirements for Products with Digital Elements
Mandatory cybersecurity requirements for hardware and software products throughout their lifecycle, including vulnerability handling.
DORA
Digital Operational Resilience Act
ICT risk management and operational resilience requirements for financial entities and their critical technology service providers.
AI Act
Regulation on Artificial Intelligence
World's first comprehensive AI law. Establishes risk-based framework with prohibited practices, high-risk requirements, and GPAI obligations.
European Accessibility Act
Directive on Accessibility Requirements for Products and Services
Mandates accessibility for digital products and services, ensuring people with disabilities can access websites, apps, and digital interfaces.