Anti-Terror-Content Representative

An Anti-Terror-Content Representative is a legally mandated point of contact for EU competent authorities. Their primary role is to ensure your platform can comply with EU removal orders for terrorist content. This is a high-stakes responsibility, as the regulation imposes strict deadlines to remove or disable access to flagged content.

The representative acts as a crucial liaison, responsible for:

• Receiving Removal Orders: Serving as the official channel for receiving orders from EU authorities.
• Confirming Receipt: Acknowledging the order and initiating the one-hour compliance process.
• Facilitating Communication: Serving as the direct line of communication between your company and EU authorities on all matters related to the TCO Regulation.

The TCO Regulation applies to all hosting service providers that offer their services in the EU, regardless of where they are established. This includes platforms where users can upload or share content, such as:

• Social media networks
• Video and audio streaming services
• File-sharing and storage services
• Online forums and blogs

If your company is a hosting service provider not established in the EU but has a significant user base or offers services within the Union, appointing a representative is a mandatory requirement. Failure to do so can result in serious legal and financial consequences, including administrative fines.