China Algorithmic Recommendation Provisions
In force China · In force Mar 1, 2022 · no upcoming deadlines
Deadlines
| Date | What happens | When |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 1, 20224 years ago | Algorithmic recommendation provisions take effect | 4.6 years ago |
Summaries for reference, not legal advice. Check the official text.
What it does
Regulates recommendation, ranking, personalization, generation and dispatch algorithms used in internet services in China. Users must be able to switch off personalized recommendations and manage tags, and providers may not use algorithms for price discrimination or to induce addiction. Providers with public opinion attributes or social mobilization capacity must file their algorithms with the CAC within 10 working days of launching a service.
- Who it applies to
- Providers using algorithmic recommendation technology to deliver internet information services in China.
- Penalties
- Warnings, public criticism and rectification orders; for refusal or serious cases, suspension of information updates and fines of RMB 10,000 to 100,000.
- Enforced by
- CAC with MIIT, MPS and SAMR
- Official name
- Provisions on the Administration of Algorithmic Recommendation in Internet Information Services
- Citation
- CAC Order No. 9 (joint with MIIT, MPS, SAMR)
- Topics
- ai, online-safety, privacy
Research notes
Adopted by CAC on 2021-11-16 (used as enacted_date) and published 2022-01-04. The algorithm filing system is also used for generative AI, deep synthesis and anthropomorphic AI services.
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Questions about China Algorithmic Recommendation Provisions
- What are the China Algorithmic Recommendation Provisions compliance deadlines?
- Mar 1, 2022: Algorithmic recommendation provisions take effect.
- When does China Algorithmic Recommendation Provisions take effect?
- China Algorithmic Recommendation Provisions took effect on Mar 1, 2022.
- Who does China Algorithmic Recommendation Provisions apply to?
- Providers using algorithmic recommendation technology to deliver internet information services in China.
- What are the penalties under China Algorithmic Recommendation Provisions?
- Warnings, public criticism and rectification orders; for refusal or serious cases, suspension of information updates and fines of RMB 10,000 to 100,000.