Regulation (EU) 2022/2065 on a Single Market For Digital Services (Digital Services Act)

Overview

The Digital Services Act (DSA) creates a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital services, particularly online platforms and intermediaries. It establishes due diligence obligations for intermediary service providers, including transparency reporting, notice-and-action mechanisms, and risk assessment requirements for very large platforms. The DSA addresses illegal content, disinformation, and systemic risks while protecting fundamental rights including freedom of expression. Key obligations include annual transparency reports, clear content moderation policies, and cooperation with trusted flaggers. Regulation (EU) 2022/2065 applies from 17 February 2024 for most provisions.

This eu regulation (32022R2065) is part of the EU’s legal framework governing digital services. EU digital services regulation establishes a harmonized framework for intermediary service providers, including platforms and online marketplaces, creating accountability obligations while protecting fundamental rights online.

Type: EU Regulation

CELEX Number: 32022R2065

Date of Effect: See the official publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.

Key Provisions

Regulation (EU) 2022/2065 on a Single Market For Digital Services (Digital Services Act) establishes the core legal framework in this field. For specific provisions, articles, and implementing measures, consult the full text on EUR-Lex.

Significance

This legislation represents a key component of EU law in the area of digital services. It reflects the EU’s approach to harmonization and regulatory policy within the internal market framework.