India: Central Consumer Protection Authority issued fine of INR one lakh against McAfee over deploying dark patterns
Description
Central Consumer Protection Authority issued fine of INR one lakh against McAfee over deploying dark patterns
On 20 May 2026, the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) issued an order imposing a fine of INR 100,000 (one lakh) on McAfee for deploying dark patterns in its subscription renewal interface. The order found McAfee guilty of four violations,…
Scope
Policy Area
Design and testing standards
Policy Instrument
Design requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
software provider: other software
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
consumer protection authority