Enforcement action · ANPD (Brazil)

ANPD conclui a análise sobre compartilhamento de dados pessoais entre WhatsApp e Meta

ANPD conclui a análise sobre compartilhamento de dados pessoais entre WhatsApp e Meta is an AI-related enforcement action involving ANPD (Brazil). Brazil's ANPD mandates independent audits and compliance plans for WhatsApp's data sharing with Meta, citing high risk to users due to data volume and business interests.

Action details

Agency
ANPD (Brazil)
Jurisdiction
BR
Enforcement type
determination
Document type
enforcement action
Topic
ai privacy

Summary

Brazil's ANPD has concluded its analysis of WhatsApp's data sharing with Meta, requiring WhatsApp LLC to conduct an independent external audit within 45 business days. The audit will assess Meta's role as an operator and the effectiveness of technical and organizational measures to limit data use. Additionally, WhatsApp must develop a compliance plan to enhance transparency for users.

Primary source

https://www.gov.br/anpd/pt-br/assuntos/noticias/anpd-conclui-a-analise-sobre-compartilhamento-de-dados-pessoais-entre-whatsapp-e-meta →

Frequently asked questions

What is ANPD conclui a análise sobre compartilhamento de dados pessoais entre WhatsApp e Meta?
Brazil's ANPD has concluded its analysis of WhatsApp's data sharing with Meta, requiring WhatsApp LLC to conduct an independent external audit within 45 business days. The audit will assess Meta's role as an operator and the effectiveness of technical and organizational measures to limit data use. Additionally, WhatsApp must develop a compliance plan to enhance transparency for users. Primary source →
Which agency brought the action?
ANPD (Brazil) brought this enforcement action in BR. Primary source →
What was the penalty?
No specific penalty amount is disclosed in the primary source AIGI tracked for this action. Some enforcement actions resolve through injunctive relief, consent decrees, or behavioural undertakings rather than monetary penalty. Primary source →
When did the action take effect?
The most recent activity on this action was published on 11/12/2025. Primary source →
Where can I find the primary source?
The primary source for ANPD conclui a análise sobre compartilhamento de dados pessoais entre WhatsApp e Meta is at https://www.gov.br/anpd/pt-br/assuntos/noticias/anpd-conclui-a-analise-sobre-compartilhamento-de-dados-pessoais-entre-whatsapp-e-meta. AIGI does not paraphrase secondary commentary — every claim on this page links back to that primary source. Primary source →

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