China: Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued guidance on management of in-app information including prohibiting use of deceptive or misleading prompts

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Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued guidance on management of in-app information including prohibiting use of deceptive or misleading prompts

On 9 June 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued a guidance to internet platforms and smart terminal companies on the standardised management of in- application (app) information windows, including splash screens and pop-up…

Scope

Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: e-commerce, software provider: app stores
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body

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2026-06-09
under investigation

On 9 June 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued a guidance to internet p…