China · Regulatory rule

China: Algorithmic Recommendation Provisions

The provisions govern generation, personalised recommendation, ranking, search filtering and scheduling algorithms used to provide internet information services in China.

Current status
In force
Published or updated
4 January 2022
Effective date
1 March 2022
Last verified
19 August 2026

Prepared by Longan Bay Area AI Legal Research Center based on official public materials.

01

Scope of application & addressees

  • Operators using algorithms to serve users in China
  • Providers of algorithmic recommendation services with public-opinion or social-mobilisation attributes

02

Core regulatory mandates & key requirements

01Providers need internal review, technology ethics, user registration and information publishing controls.

02Users receive information and choice rights, including an option to disable personalised recommendations.

03Qualifying services must complete algorithm filing and security assessment procedures.

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Enforcement & compliance timeline

The provisions were published.

The provisions entered into force.

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