Italian Electronic Communications Privacy Law
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The Electronic Communications Privacy Law establishes specific requirements for protecting privacy in electronic communications, including rules for cookies, tracking technologies, and marketing communications.
Key Facts
- Implements ePrivacy Directive in Italy
- Enforced by Garante and AGCOM
- Includes specific rules for cookies and marketing
Key Principles
Communications Secrecy
Protection of the confidentiality of electronic communications.
Requirements
- Ensure communications privacy
- Implement security measures
- Control access rights
- Monitor compliance
- Handle breaches
Examples
- Encryption protocols
- Access control systems
- Monitoring tools
- Breach procedures
Consent Requirements
Specific rules for obtaining and managing user consent for cookies and tracking.
Requirements
- Clear consent mechanisms
- Granular choices
- Easy withdrawal
- Documentation
- Regular reviews
Examples
- Cookie banners
- Preference centers
- Consent records
- Audit logs
Marketing Communications
Protection of privacy in electronic marketing communications.
Requirements
- Obtain prior consent
- Provide opt-out options
- Maintain records
- Respect preferences
- Regular audits
Examples
- Consent collection forms
- Opt-out mechanisms
- Preference management
- Audit reports
Compliance Requirements
Communications Privacy
Protection of privacy in electronic communications.
Implementation Steps
- Implement security measures
- Protect communications secrecy
- Control access rights
- Monitor systems
- Handle breaches
Required Documentation
- Security policies
- Access control logs
- Monitoring records
- Breach procedures
- Audit trails
Electronic Marketing Rules
Requirements for electronic marketing communications.
Implementation Steps
- Obtain prior consent
- Maintain opt-out system
- Verify consent status
- Process opt-outs promptly
- Keep consent records
Required Documentation
- Marketing consent forms
- Opt-out records
- Consent database
- Processing procedures
- Compliance reports
Enforcement & Penalties
Administrative Penalties
The Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante) and AGCOM can impose administrative penalties for violations.
Penalty Categories
Example Cases
Additional Measures
Authorities can impose various corrective measures beyond monetary penalties.