Involving the collection and use of personal information in Internet applications, the State Cyberspace Administration is publicly soliciting opinions.

In order to regulate the collection and use of personal information by internet applications, protect the rights and interests of personal information, promote the reasonable use of personal information, the State Internet Information Office has drafted the "Regulations on the Collection and Use of Personal Information by Internet Applications (Draft for Comments)" in accordance with the "Cybersecurity Law of the People's Republic of China," the "Personal Information Protection Law of the People's Republic of China," and the "Regulations on the Administration of Network Data Security" and other laws and regulations. The draft is now open to public feedback. The deadline for feedback is February 9, 2026. The original text is as follows: Regulations on the Collection and Use of Personal Information by Internet Applications (Draft for Comments) Chapter I General Provisions Article 1. In order to regulate the collection and use of personal information by internet applications, protect the rights and interests of personal information, and promote the reasonable use of personal information, these regulations are formulated in accordance with the "Cybersecurity Law of the People's Republic of China," the "Personal Information Protection Law of the People's Republic of China," the "Regulations on the Administration of Network Data Security," and other laws and regulations. Article 2. When operating internet applications within the territory of the People's Republic of China, including collecting and using personal information, and providing services for the collection and use of personal information activities of internet applications by software development toolkits, distribution platforms, smart terminals, etc., relevant legal provisions and the requirements of these regulations shall be complied with. The activities of collecting and using personal information by internet applications outside the territory of the People's Republic of China from natural persons within the territory of the People's Republic of China, which meet the requirements specified in Article 2, paragraph 2 of the "Personal Information Protection Law of the People's Republic of China," shall be subject to these regulations. Article 3. The collection and use of personal information shall follow the principles of legality, legitimacy, necessity, and good faith, and personal information shall not be collected and used through deception, fraud, coercion, and other methods. When collecting and using personal information, the rules for collection and usage shall be fully disclosed to the individuals concerned, and their consent shall be obtained; when collecting and using sensitive personal information, separate consent of the individuals concerned shall be obtained. In cases where laws, administrative regulations, and regulations stipulate otherwise, the provisions shall be followed. The collection and use of personal information should be carried out in a way that minimally affects the rights and interests of the individuals concerned, limited to... The chapter contains a lot of information and input. To continue, you can do one of the following: 1. Visit the source page at "" WeChat public account 2. Request further assistance.