Digital Markets Act Compliance in Portugal
The DMA designates large online platforms as 'gatekeepers' and imposes obligations to ensure contestable and fair digital markets. Targets the largest tech platforms operating in the EU.
How does DMA apply in Portugal?
DMA applies in Portugal under EU law with the same obligations as across the bloc — maximum fine Up to 10% of global turnover; 20% for repeat infringements. The national supervisory authority is the CNPD (Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados), which handles enforcement, complaints, and notifications. Deadline: May 2023 (enforcement ongoing).
- Supervisory authority: CNPD (Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados)
- Maximum fine: Up to 10% of global turnover; 20% for repeat infringements
- Key deadline: May 2023 (enforcement ongoing)
| Supervisory authority | CNPD (Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados) |
| Maximum fine | Up to 10% of global turnover; 20% for repeat infringements |
| Key deadline | May 2023 (enforcement ongoing) |
| Sectors affected | Large Online Platforms, Search Engines |
May 2023 (enforcement ongoing)
Up to 10% of global turnover; 20% for repeat infringements
Large Online Platforms, Search Engines, Social Networks
What are my DMA obligations in Portugal?
- Allow third-party interoperability
- Prohibit self-preferencing own services
- Ensure data portability for users
- Obtain explicit consent for data combination
- Notify acquisitions to Commission
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