China: Cyberspace Administration adopted measures for identifying internet platform service providers with large number of minor users and significant impact on minors

On 11 February 2026, the Cyberspace Administration of China and seven central authorities adopted the measures for identifying internet platform service providers with a large number of minor users and a significant impact on minors. The measures apply to online platform providers in China that either cater primarily to minors and exceed 10 million registered users or 1 million monthly active users, or where it is not minor-specific but exceeds 10 million registered minor users or 1 million monthly active minor users. Authorities may also designate platforms based on qualitative factors, including high levels of minor engagement or spending, significant volumes of minor-related content, market prominence in youth-related sectors, or repeated violations involving minors in the past three years. The identification process, generally conducted every three years, requires platforms to undertake self-assessments and either apply proactively or submit a report within 20 working days of notification. Draft designation lists are subject to at least 30 days of public consultation before final publication. Designated platforms are subject to ongoing regulatory supervision and may be removed if they no longer meet the criteria for six consecutive months, while noncompliance or false submissions may result in enforcement action. The measures will enter into force on 1 April 2026.