Frequently Asked Questions About the European Digital Services Act

The European Digital Services Act (DSA) is a recently introduced regulation within the European Union (EU) designed to govern a range of online services. This encompasses social media platforms, online marketplaces, search engines, as well as very large online platforms (VLOPs) and very large online search engines (VLOSEs).

The DSA has several key objectives:

  1. Enhancing Content Moderation Transparency: It seeks to establish clearer transparency requirements for content moderation processes employed by online platforms.
  2. Improving Content Recommendation and Personalization Transparency: The DSA aims to enhance transparency in content recommendation and personalization algorithms, allowing users to have more insight into how content is curated and delivered to them.
  3. Strengthening Reporting of Illegal Content: The DSA intends to simplify the process of reporting and removing illegal content from online platforms, thus contributing to a safer online environment.
  4. Protection of Minors: There is a specific focus on safeguarding minors between the ages of 13 and 17 from targeted advertising practices, enhancing their online privacy and safety.

This regulation is part of the EU’s broader efforts to ensure responsible and safe online practices for its citizens. For more in-depth information on the DSA and its implications, please consult our resources or the relevant EU authorities.

The European Digital Services Act (DSA) ushers in a new era of regulations, focusing on platforms with substantial societal influence, namely VLOPs and VLOSEs. Our core values have always been synonymous with the principles enshrined in the DSA – chiefly, the creation of a secure online environment.

Nivafy a Nivaverse Company, is wholeheartedly committed to fulfilling our DSA obligations by the set deadline of February 17th, 2024. To meet these commitments, we are introducing several enhancements tailored for our EU users:

Enhanced User Content Control:

We understand that Nivafy a Nivaverse Company, want greater control over the content they encounter. While Nivafy a Nivaverse Company, is primarily a visual and marketplace platform, we offer public content through features like Journeys and Nivafy TV. This content is personalized for each viewer, ensuring a relevant experience. To align with DSA requirements, all EU users will gain the ability to comprehend why they are shown specific content and opt out of personalized content experiences in Journeys and Nivafy TV. We’ve also created a simple guide explaining how personalization functions. See our guideline for Eligible Content Recommendation. 

Notification and Appeals Process for Content Removal:

Upholding our community guidelines is of utmost importance. Users can effortlessly report content or accounts that they believe violate these guidelines using our reporting tools. To enhance transparency, Nivafy a Nivaverse Company, will now notify users about the reasons for content or account removals, allowing for easy appeals. These features are available to our global users. As part of our DSA compliance efforts, we are integrating with the European Commission’s Transparency API, providing information about enforcement decisions related to EU-based accounts or content.

Updates to Advertising:

In response to DSA requirements, we are implementing various updates to advertising for EU and UK Nivafy Residents, including:

  • Restricting personalized advertising to Nivafy residence aged 13 – 17 in the EU and UK.
  • Offering EU Nivafy residence aged 18+ increased advertising transparency and control.
  • Establishing a digital library for EU targeted advertisements, enhancing transparency.

Commitment to Compliance:

Nivafy a Nivaverse Company, is firmly committed to DSA compliance. We have designated DSA compliance officers responsible for overseeing our DSA obligations and ensuring compliance across various aspects of our business.

Fundamentally, we believe that regulation complements a commitment to ethical business practices. This has always been our approach to product and platform development. Nivafy a Nivaverse Company, is dedicated to providing a safe, private, and enjoyable space where users can connect and express themselves visually.

For additional information, please refer to our DSA resources or reach out to our dedicated DSA compliance officers at [email protected]. Your privacy and online safety remain our paramount concern.

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