New Zealand: children's privacy and online safety laws
2 laws tracked for New Zealand: Online Safety (Minimum Age and Child Safety Risk Assessment) Bill, Privacy Act — Children's Information. Status, effective dates, age ranges and requirements.
| Law | Jurisdiction | Category | Status | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online Safety (Minimum Age and Child Safety Risk Assessment) Bill | New Zealand | International | pending | TBD (introduced August 24, 2026) |
| Privacy Act — Children's Information | New Zealand | International | active | December 1, 2020 |
Frequently asked
Which children's privacy laws apply in New Zealand?
Online Safety (Minimum Age and Child Safety Risk Assessment) Bill (pending, effective TBD (introduced August 24, 2026)); Privacy Act — Children's Information (active, effective December 1, 2020)
Put it into practice
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