New Law on Social Media Comes into Force

Under the law, companies with more than 1 million users will notify the Information Technologies and Communication Authority and will then be required to have a representative within 30 days. If companies do not fulfill their obligations, an administrative fine of 10 million lira will first be imposed, and if payment is not made, a second fine of 30 million lira will be on the agenda.

The obligations brought by the new law are as follows;

– Social media organizations must have representatives in Turkey.

– They have 30 days to fulfill this obligation.

– Gradual penalties will be imposed on companies that do not assume their responsibilities

– Those who do not pay the 10 million lira fine within 30 days will receive a second fine of 30 million lira.

– If the obligations are not completed, an advertising ban will be applied.

– If companies do not take action within 3 months, internet speeds will be reduced and internet traffic bandwidth will be restricted.

– If a representative is not appointed within 30 days, internet speed may be reduced for up to 90 days.

– A social network that does not fulfill its obligations will progress slowly, and messages and videos sent will be delivered late.