Maryland: children's privacy and online safety laws
2 laws tracked for Maryland: Maryland Online Data Privacy Act, Maryland Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (Kid's Code). Status, effective dates, age ranges and requirements.
| Law | Jurisdiction | Category | Status | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland Online Data Privacy Act | Maryland | Consumer Privacy | active | October 1, 2025 |
| Maryland Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (Kid's Code) | Maryland | Age-Appropriate Design Code | challenged | October 1, 2024 |
Frequently asked
Which children's privacy laws apply in Maryland?
Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (active, effective October 1, 2025); Maryland Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (Kid's Code) (challenged, effective October 1, 2024)
Put it into practice
- Generate the policy: Maryland MODPA policy generator (generatepolicy.com)
- Buy the policy pack: State Privacy Law Checklist (cyberpolicy.shop)
- Build it yourself: 2026 US Privacy Program Workbook (ciso.diy)