Applicable Laws & Jurisdictions
law.droploot.org – Legal Compliance Overview
LAWS
JURISDICTIONS
REGULATIONS
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Overview of Applicable Laws
- DropLoot is a Dutch company and operates in compliance with Dutch, European Union, and other governing laws in our areas of operation and for our users globally.
- Below are the primary legal frameworks and jurisdictions relevant to DropLoot’s services as of the date listed. Laws may change, so always refer to current legal guidance.
- This list is for general transparency and is not exhaustive legal advice.
Key Legal Frameworks
| Law/Regulation | Jurisdiction | Subject Area | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) | European Union / EEA / Netherlands | Data Protection & Privacy | Applies to users located in EU/EEA; strict rules for data handling, transfers, and user rights. Directly applicable in the Netherlands. |
| Implementing GDPR (Uitvoeringswet Algemene verordening gegevensbescherming / UAVG) | Netherlands | Data Protection & Privacy | National implementation of GDPR provisions in Dutch law. |
| Dutch Telecommunications Act (Telecommunicatiewet) | Netherlands | Cookies & Communications Data | Regulates use of cookies, electronic communications, and related privacy in the Netherlands. |
| EU ePrivacy Directive | European Union | Cookies & Communications Data | Regulates use of cookies and electronic communications. |
| Copyright Act (Auteurswet) | Netherlands | Copyright / User Content | Governs copyright in the Netherlands, including for user-generated content. |
| Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) | United States | Copyright / User Content | Relevant for users or claims arising under US law; DropLoot follows takedown procedures when applicable. |
| California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) | United States (California) | Consumer Data Privacy | DropLoot considers CCPA rights for California residents where required. |
| Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) | United States | Children’s Privacy | No collection of personal data from children under age 13, in line with COPPA and Dutch law. |
| UK Data Protection Act 2018 | United Kingdom | Data Protection | Relevant for users in the UK, similar to GDPR. |
| Canadian PIPEDA | Canada | Personal Information Protection | Governs personal data practices for Canadian users where applicable. |
| Other Applicable Laws | Various | Platform, Copyright, Consumer Rights, etc. | DropLoot may be subject to additional regional or national laws depending on user location and activity. |
Jurisdiction & Dispute Resolution
- DropLoot B.V. is registered and operates primarily in the Netherlands.
- Unless otherwise required by law, legal disputes will be governed by the laws of the Netherlands.
- The competent courts of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, shall have exclusive jurisdiction, unless otherwise mandated by law.
- International users’ rights and obligations are subject to the laws of their respective localities, as recognized under applicable conflict-of-laws principles.
Questions? Contact our legal team at legal@droploot.org.
Notice: This page summarizes legal frameworks commonly applicable to services like DropLoot. Compliance is subject to ongoing review and update.