FTC updates COPPA Rule

The Federal Trade Commission has published a final rule [90 FR 16918] in this morning's Federal Register amending the Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule (the “Rule”), consistent with the requirements of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. The amendments to the Rule, which are based on the FTC's review of public comments and its enforcement experience, include one new definition and modifications to several others, as well as updates to key provisions to respond to changes in technology and online practices. The amendments are intended to strengthen protection of personal information collected from children, and, where appropriate, to clarify and streamline the Rule since it was last amended in January 2013.

The amended rule will be effective on June 23, 2025. Regulated entities have until April\ 22, 2026, to comply, except for selected provisions, which have earlier compliance dates.