Explainers

EU consumers can benefit from clear rules that protect and empower them when buying goods or services, whether online or in a shop.

Digitalisation brings opportunities, but also cyberthreats. To counter these, the EU has developed a cybersecurity strategy and has launched initiatives to strengthen security and resilience.

Cybercrime incurs great costs to society, companies and individuals. The EU is therefore working to combat criminal activity and support victims.

The EU protects individuals' personal data used by law enforcement authorities to prevent, investigate, detect or prosecute criminal offences.

Discover how the EU is making your digital environment safe, easy and respectful of basic freedoms.

What is terrorist content online? Why are new rules necessary? Discover it in our infographic.

Although the main responsibility for addressing terrorism lies with member states, the EU has developed several tools to prevent radicalisation.