France: Data Protection Authority guidelines on inactive user account data retention in digital content sectors
Progress
Current status
adopted
18 Sep 2025 adopted
Scope
Implementers
France
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
streaming service provider
software provider: other software
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Data Protection Authority adopted guidelines on inactive user account data retention in digital content sectors
On 18 September 2025, the Data Protection Authority issued guidance on inactive accounts for digital content users. It applies to the audio-visual and video game sectors. Organisations must set a retention period and not keep inactive accounts indef…
SourceEvent type
outline
Action type
adoption
Government branch
executive
Government body
data protection authority