Online Platform Liability

/ˈɒn.laɪn ˈplæt.fɔːrm laɪˈæbɪlɪti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legal responsibility of online intermediaries for content or activities conducted through their platforms.
    The court examined the online platform liability of the social media company regarding defamatory posts.

Forms

  • online platform liability

Commentary

The scope of online platform liability varies by jurisdiction and may depend on factors such as knowledge of illegal content and actions taken to remove it.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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