Alabama § 8-19K-13

Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 8-19K-13, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 8-19K-13.

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to do any of the following:

(1) Prevent an app store provider or developer from taking reasonable measures to do any of the following:

a. Block, detect, or prevent distribution to minors of: (i) unlawful material; (ii) obscene material; or (iii) other harmful material.

b. Block or filter spam.

c. Prevent criminal activity.

d. Protect app store or app security.

(2) Require an app store provider or developer to disclose user information to a developer beyond age category or verification of parental consent status.

(3) Allow an app store provider or developer to implement measures required by this chapter in a manner that is: (i) arbitrary; (ii) capricious; (iii) anticompetitive; or (iv) unlawful.

(4) Require a developer to collect, retain, reidentify, or link any information beyond what is both:

a. Necessary to verify age category data as required by this chapter; and

b. Collected, retained, reidentified, or linked in the developer’s ordinary course of business.

(5) Require an app store provider or developer to block access to an application that an account holder has downloaded or installed onto a mobile device prior to January 1, 2027, except to the extent that either:

a. A parent account revokes verifiable consent for an affiliated minor account; or

b. There has been a significant change to the application.

Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 8-19K-13

What does Code of Alabama § 8-19K-13 cover?

Section 8-19K-13 is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Alabama § 8-19K-13?

A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 8-19K-13" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Alabama law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alabama official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alabama attorney.

How does Alabama § 8-19K-13 apply to my situation?

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