Question from manolo, What are the requirements for a website to comply with the LSSICE in Spain?
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The Law on Information Society Services and Electronic Commerce (LSSICE), also known as Law 34/2002, is a Spanish regulation that governs electronic commerce and various aspects of information society services. It applies to service providers that are established in Spain and provide services via electronic means, such as websites.
General Requirements
The LSSICE requires that service providers provide clear, free, and easy access to the following information:
- Their name or corporate name
- Their residence or registered office
- Their email address
- If applicable, the registration data in the corresponding public registry
- If their activity is subject to an authorization regime, the data relating to said authorization and the identifying data of the competent body
- If they exercise a regulated profession, the professional association to which they belong, the academic or professional title, the EU member state in which it was obtained, and the professional rules applicable in Spain
- The VAT number
- Clear and exact information about the price of the product or service, indicating if it includes taxes and, if applicable, about the shipping costs
- The codes of conduct to which they are adhered and the way to consult them electronically
Additional Requirements
In addition to the general requirements, the LSSICE also imposes certain obligations related to commercial communications, electronic contracts, and cookies:
- Commercial Communications: The LSSICE requires that all commercial communications made by electronic means should be clearly identifiable as such, and the person on whose behalf they are made should also be clearly identifiable.
- Electronic Contracts: The LSSICE sets out specific requirements for the conclusion of electronic contracts, including the need to provide clear and comprehensible information about the different technical steps to follow to conclude the contract.
- Cookies: The LSSICE, in conjunction with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), requires websites to inform users about the use of cookies, and to obtain their consent before installing non-essential cookies.
This is a general overview of the requirements under the LSSICE. However, the specific requirements can vary depending on the nature of the services provided and the way they are provided. Therefore, it is recommended to consult with a legal professional for personalized advice.
For more detailed information, you can refer to the full text of the LSSICE (in Spanish).
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