The European Union (EU) Data Act, which entered into force on 11 January 2024 and began applying on 12 September 2025. The Data Act is a comprehensive initiative to address the challenges and unlock the opportunities data presents in the EU, emphasising fair access and user rights while protecting personal data. As one of the flagship deliverables of the European Strategy for Data, it makes an important contribution to fulfilling the priorities set out by the 'Digital Decade' policy programme.
EU Data Act
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Country | European Union |
Start date | 2024 |
Annual Budget | |
Responsible organisation(s) | European Commission - DG Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG CNECT) |
Target group(s) | Firms | Government entities | Entrepreneurs | Civil society |
Policy instrument type | Science and technology regulation and soft law |
The Proposal for Data Act was adopted by the European Commission on 23 February 2022. The Data Act entered into force on 11 January 2024, and it became applicable in September 2025.
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