Digital Rights Law

Consumer rights in the digital age and electronic services

Basic Digital Rights

Personal Data Protection

Right to protection of personal data and privacy

  • Explicit consent for data collection
  • Right to access stored data
  • Right to correct or delete data
  • Protection from data breaches

Digital Security

Consumer rights in digital security and protection

  • Secure encryption for transactions
  • Protection from digital fraud
  • Password security
  • Two-factor authentication

Digital Services

Consumer rights in digital services and platforms

  • Transparency in terms and conditions
  • Right to service access
  • Guaranteed service quality
  • Adequate technical support

Digital Contracts

Laws governing digital contracts and agreements

  • Digital signature validity
  • Electronic contract proof
  • Right to cancel contract
  • Electronic dispute resolution

Violations and Penalties

Privacy Violation

Penalty

10,000 - 100,000 EGP

Description

Collecting or using data without consent

Digital Fraud

Penalty

Imprisonment + Financial fine

Description

Deceiving consumers in digital transactions

Data Breach

Penalty

50,000 - 500,000 EGP

Description

Inadequate protection of customer data

Digital Protection Tips

  • Use strong and different passwords
  • Enable two-factor authentication
  • Read terms of service carefully
  • Do not share sensitive information
  • Verify security certificates of websites
  • Keep software and apps updated