Starting from February 17, 2024, in accordance with the enactment of the Digital Services Act (DSA) in November 2022, online platforms and online search engine providers will be obligated to disclose the average number of monthly active users within the European Union.
An “online platform” refers to a digital service that facilitates connections among users or enables the public sharing of content, and it can operate across various industries. Common examples of online platforms include social media networks, app stores, and online marketplaces.
An “online search engine” is a digital tool that permits users to input their queries, using various methods such as text or voice, to search for websites or online content.
The obligation to disclose the count of their active recipients applies solely to providers of online platforms and providers of online search engines, except for micro and small enterprises, which are defined as those having fewer than 50 employees and an annual turnover or balance sheet below €10 million. It’s important to note that micro and small enterprises still have responsibilities under the DSA, but these obligations are tailored to their capacity and scale while maintaining accountability. The exemption mentioned earlier pertains specifically to the requirement to disclose the count of active recipients.
The DSA is straightforward with respect to the count of the average active recipients. In particular, this shall be calculated as an average over the period of the past six months.
Source: Press release by the Ministry of the Economy
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