E-Commerce Directive
/ˈiːˌkɒmɜːrs dɪˈrɛktɪv/
Definitions
- (n.) A European Union directive aimed at regulating online services, including electronic commerce, to harmonize rules across member states.
The E-Commerce Directive establishes liability exemptions for intermediaries hosting third-party content.
Forms
- e-commerce directive
- e-commerce directives
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Commentary
The E-Commerce Directive forms the legal foundation for regulating online intermediaries and electronic commerce within the EU; drafters should note its interaction with newer frameworks like the Digital Services Act.
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