ECA Digital law takes effect in Brazil on March 17

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•ECA Digital law took effect on March 17, 2026, in Brazil.
•The law updates protections for children and adolescents in digital spaces.
•Internet platforms and service providers have new responsibilities under the law.
•Authorities in Macaé noted willingness to comply but said transformation is gradual.

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▸Brazilian internet platforms fully implement ECA Digital requirements Improved online safety for children and adolescents, benefiting users and regulators.

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REGIONALAgencia BrasilMacaé: ECA Digital mostra disposição, mas transformação não é imediata REGIONALAgencia BrasilECA Digital começa a valer nesta terça; confira principais pontos

Brazil's ECA Digital law came into effect on March 17, 2026, introducing updated protections for children and adolescents in the digital environment. The law imposes new responsibilities on internet platforms and service providers to safeguard young users from harmful content and online risks. While the law shows a commitment to improving digital safety for minors, authorities and companies acknowledge that full transformation will take time. The law impacts digital service providers, users, and regulators across Brazil.