FTC warns tech giants: Close-up image legislation compliance deadline approaching

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Investing.com – The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson sent a letter this week to more than a dozen tech companies, reminding them to comply with the Take It Down Act by May 19. The act was signed into law last year by U.S. President Donald J. Trump and received strong support from First Lady Melania Trump.

The law requires relevant platforms to establish a mechanism for victims (including minors) to request the removal of intimate photos or videos that have been shared without their consent.

Ferguson’s letter targets companies including Amazon, Google’s parent company Alphabet, Apple, Automattic, Bumble, Discord, Match Group, Meta, Microsoft, Pinterest, Reddit, SmugMug, Snapchat, TikTok, and X. The letter details the legal definitions, compliance requirements, and penalties for violations.

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Ferguson stated: “We are ready at any time to monitor compliance, investigate violations, and enforce the Take It Down Act according to law. Protecting vulnerable groups—especially children—is the top priority of this agency and this administration. The FTC under Trump-Wans leadership deeply appreciates the First Lady’s leadership on the Take It Down Act and children’s issues.”

Platforms subject to this law must provide clear instructions on the removal request process and delete images and all identical copies that have been shared without the individual’s consent within 48 hours of receiving a valid request. The law applies to websites, apps, and various online services, including social media, instant messaging, image or video sharing, and gaming platforms.

The FTC has issued guidelines on how companies can prepare to comply with the Take It Down Act.

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