Online Safety Code

Ireland’s Media and Internet watchdog, Coimisiún na Meán, has implemented an Online Safety Code that will apply to video-sharing platforms headquartered in the EU, particularly those based in Ireland. This code introduces obligations for video-sharing platforms to protect users, especially children, from harmful videos and associated content. It prohibits the uploading or sharing of content related to cyberbullying, promoting self-harm or suicide, eating or feeding disorders, incitement to hatred or violence, terrorism, child sex abuse material, racism and xenophobia.