Saudi Arabia’s Printing and Publications Law (2000) and its regulations apply to both traditional and online media, including websites and social media platforms. The law ensures that published content, including online posts, does not insult religion, spread hate speech, or defame individuals, organizations, or public institutions.
Other Legislation from Saudi Arabia
Act on Cybercrime/Online Intellectual Property Protection
Cooperation and International Efforts
Criminal Code/Law Enforcement
Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection
- Anti-Cybercrime Law (2007)
- Cloud Computing Regulatory Framework (2020)
- Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC)
- National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA)
- Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) Cybersecurity Framework
Data Protection and Privacy
Illegal Gambling
Online Hate Speech and Illegal Content