Video-sharing platform (VSP) regulation
Video-sharing platforms (VSPs) are a type of online video service which allow users to upload and share videos with the public.
Since 1 November 2020, UK-established VSPs must comply with new rules around protecting users from harmful videos.
In this section you'll find information about our approach to regulating VSPs, guidance on what to do as a VSP provider, a list of notified services and much more.
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Statement: Proposals for the regulation of advertising on video-sharing platforms
Published 7 December 2021
Statement: guidance for video-sharing platform providers on measures to protect users from harmful material
Published 6 October 2021
Consultation: Regulation of advertising on video-sharing platforms
Published 26 May 2021
Consultation: Draft guidance for providers on measures to protect users from harmful material
Published 24 March 2021
Guidance: Video-sharing platforms – who needs to notify to Ofcom?
Published 10 March 2021
Regulating video-sharing platforms: a guide to the new requirements on VSPs and Ofcom’s approach to regulation (PDF, 237.9 KB)
Published 21 October 2020
Call for evidence: Video-sharing platform regulation
Published 16 July 2020