Description

Internet Search Engine Services Online Safety Code (Class 1C and Class 2 Material) enters into force

On 27 December 2025, the Internet Search Engine Services Online Safety Code (Class 1C and Class 2 Material) enters into force. The Code was developed by the Australian online industry, including the Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association (…

Scope

Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
search service provider
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body

Complete timeline of this policy change

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2025-02-28
under deliberation

On 28 February 2025, the Internet Search Engine Services Online Safety Code (Class 1C and Class 2 M…

2025-05-20
under deliberation

On 20 May 2025, the final draft of the Internet Search Engine Services Online Safety Code (Class 1C…

2025-06-27
adopted

On 27 June 2025, the eSafety Commissioner approved the Internet Search Engine Services Online Safet…

2025-12-27
in force

On 27 December 2025, the Internet Search Engine Services Online Safety Code (Class 1C and Class 2 M…