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Digital services are what they are.

There are a lot of online services, from simple websites to internet infrastructure services and online platforms.

The rules specified in the DSA mostly concern online platforms. There are online marketplaces, social networks, content-sharing platforms, app stores and online travel and accommodation platforms.

Rules that govern online platforms are in the Digital Markets Act.

Gatekeeper platforms are digital platforms with a systemic role in the internal market that function as bottlenecks between businesses and consumers. Some of these services are covered by the Digital Services Act, but for different reasons and with different types of provisions.

Why do we need new rules?

Digital services have been at the center of the digital changes that impact our lives. New ways to communicate, shop or access information online are constantly evolving.

European legislation needs to evolve with them.

The European Union's internal market became more efficient thanks to online platforms. Cross-border trading within and outside the Union has been made easier by them. This has opened new opportunities for businesses and traders in Europe by allowing them to expand and access new markets.

Problems arising from this transformation have consequences for our society and economy, even though there is a broad consensus on the benefits.

The trade and exchange of illegal goods, services and content online is a core concern. Online services are being used to amplify the spread of misinformation and for other harmful purposes.

The way platforms address these new challenges have a significant impact on fundamental rights online.

There are still significant gaps and legal burdens to be addressed despite a range of targeted sector specific interventions.

A few large platforms control important ecosystems in the digital economy because of the accelerated digitalization of society and the economy.

They have the power to act as private rule-makers in digital markets. The rules can result in unfair conditions for businesses and less choice for consumers.

Europe needs a modern legal framework that ensures the safety of users online, establishes governance with the protection of fundamental rights at its forefront, and maintains a fair and open online platform environment.

How were stakeholders involved in the process up to now?

Stakeholders were consulted by the Commission in preparation of the package. The private sector, users of digital services, civil society organizations, national authorities, academia, the technical community, international organizations, and the general public were some of the stakeholders. Stakeholder views on issues related to digital services and platforms were captured through an array of consultation steps.

Stakeholders were consulted to support the work of the Commission during the summer of 2020. Specific issues that may require EU-level intervention in the context of the DSA and the DMA were identified using the evidence.

European and non- European citizens were welcome to contribute to the consultation.

The Digital Markets Act and the Digital Services Act were both made by the Commission in December 2020.

The Digital Services Act and Digital Markets Act were signed by the Presidents of both institutions and published in the Official Journal after the adoption of the Digital Services Package by the European Parliament. The DSA will enter into force on 16 November 2022.