What data needs to be included in a DSA transparency report?
Questions & Answer
A DSA transparency report must contain specific metrics that show how moderation systems are working.
Required data includes:
Number of illegal content notices received and acted upon.
Average response times for notice handling.
Volume of user appeals and their outcomes.
Number of suspensions or account removals.
Orders from authorities to remove or block content.
Monthly active user numbers (biannually for VLOPs).
Details of automated tools used in moderation, including accuracy and error rates.
By standardising what is reported, the DSA makes it easier for regulators to compare practices across platforms and identify systemic risks.
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