FTC finalizes COPPA rule amendments  | Data Protection Report

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized significant amendments to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule, strengthening protections for children under 13 online. Key changes include an expanded definition of personal information, separate opt-in requirements for targeted advertising, and clarified data security measures. Businesses must reassess privacy practices, including data collection, consent mechanisms, and security programs, to ensure compliance with the updated COPPA Rule.