Guidance
Children's online privacy
OAIC mandatory Children's Code — must be registered by 10 December 2026; commencement not yet fixed.
In plain English
This guidance explains the OAIC's Children's Code, which sets rules for handling kids’ personal information online.
The OAIC’s Children’s Code will be mandatory. The OAIC must register it by 10 December 2026; its commencement date is not yet fixed. It sets out requirements for businesses that collect children’s personal information online. Businesses must consider children’s age and maturity when handling their data. The code aims to protect children’s privacy.
Why it matters
If your business collects data from children online, you need to understand these new rules. Failing to comply could impact your operations and reputation. Review your practices before the code takes effect.
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Source: https://www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/the-privacy-act/changes-to-the-privacy-act. Rules Mate indexes + summarises; always verify against the regulator's live publication.