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Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA)
ECPA is a US federal law that prohibits the unauthorized intercepting, accessing, and disclosure of electronic communications. Online businesses must understand and comply with ECPA to ensure privacy and avoid legal complications.
Net Neutrality
The principle that all internet traffic should be treated equally without discrimination. Essential for e-commerce businesses as it ensures equal access to online markets and communication channels.
Platform to Business Regulation (P2B)
EU regulation that ensures fairness and transparency for businesses that use online platforms. It's critical for e-commerce businesses to know their rights and responsibilities when using such platforms.
Consumer Rights Directive (EU)
This directive provides a set of common rules for the protection of consumers in distance sales, including rights regarding delivery and the return of goods. It’s important for online businesses in the EU to ensure compliance.
Information Technology Act (India)
Primary law in India dealing with cybercrime and electronic commerce. Indian online businesses must comply with it to ensure lawful conduct in digital transactions and data security.
Right to be Forgotten
A concept in EU law that allows individuals to request the deletion of personal data. Online businesses must provide mechanisms for users to exercise this right under the GDPR.
Sales Tax for E-commerce
E-commerce businesses are required to collect and remit sales tax for online sales in jurisdictions where they have a nexus. Understanding tax obligations is important to operate legally and avoid issues with tax authorities.
Can-Spam Act
This US law sets the rules for commercial email, establishes requirements for commercial messages, and gives recipients the right to have emails stopped from being sent to them. Online businesses must comply to avoid penalties and maintain consumer trust.
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)
PCI DSS is a set of security standards designed to ensure that all companies that accept, process, store, or transmit credit card information maintain a secure environment. Online businesses need to adhere to this standard to protect customers' payment information.
DMCA Takedown Notices
The DMCA provides a process for content owners to request the removal of their copyrighted work from online platforms. It’s important for e-commerce sites hosting user-generated content to comply with DMCA to avoid legal issues.
Electronic Signatures
Legally recognized as a viable way to consent or approve documents online, electronic signatures are critical for online contracts and agreements in e-commerce.
Digital Services Tax
Taxes levied by some jurisdictions on revenues that certain types of digital businesses earn. Understanding and complying with these taxes is critical for the financial planning of online businesses.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
GDPR is a regulation in EU law on data protection and privacy for all individual citizens of the European Union and the European Economic Area. It's crucial for online businesses as it governs how personal data must be collected, processed, and protected.
Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
An international agreement governing copyright, offering protection for creators and their works internationally. E-commerce businesses must respect these rights to avoid infringement.
Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA)
COPPA is a US federal law that governs the online collection of personal information from children under 13. Online businesses targeting children or collecting their data must comply with COPPA to avoid legal issues.
Cookie Law
EU law requires websites to obtain consent from users before storing or retrieving information on a user's computer or mobile device using cookies. Compliance is key for online businesses to respect user privacy and avoid penalties.
E-Commerce Directive (EU)
This directive regulates online services in the European Union, focusing on transparency and fairness in e-commerce. Compliance is vital for trust and operating legally within the EU.
Online Dispute Resolution (ODR)
ODR refers to the use of information technologies to facilitate the resolution of disputes between parties. It's essential for e-commerce to provide accessible and efficient dispute handling mechanisms.
Anti-Cybersquatting Consumer Protection Act (ACPA)
A US law designed to combat cybersquatting by allowing trademark owners to sue for the registration of a domain name similar or identical to their trademark. Vital for online businesses to protect their brand identity.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
A state statute intended to enhance privacy rights and consumer protection for residents of California, USA. Online businesses catering to California residents need to comply to provide transparency and control over personal information.
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