Measures for Labeling Artificial Intelligence-Generated and Synthetic Content: requirements, deadlines and compliance actions
What is Measures for Labeling Artificial Intelligence-Generated and Synthetic Content?
These measures require providers of AI generation and synthesis services to attach explicit labels (visible text, audio or graphic notices) and implicit labels (embedded metadata) to generated text, images, audio, video and virtual scenes. Platforms distributing content must check for and preserve labels, users must declare AI-generated material, and removing or forging labels is prohibited. Compliance is checked during algorithm filing and security assessments. The measures took effect on 1 September 2025.
Who does it apply to?
Scope is as set out in the official text linked below. Issued by Cyberspace Administration of China with MIIT, Ministry of Public Security and NRTA. Oversight: Cyberspace Administration of China coordinates; enforced through algorithm filing and security assessment processes. Stated purpose: Make AI-generated content identifiable to counter misinformation and misuse.
When do the requirements apply?
2025-03-14: Measures published; 2025-09-01: Measures enter into force
Only the announcement or adoption date is recorded from the source; in-force and application dates are to be confirmed by a reviewer.
Official sources
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Measures for Labeling Artificial Intelligence-Generated and Synthetic Content
Cyberspace Administration of China · 14 Mar 2025 · Tier 1 source
Change history
Record version 1: Imported from the source-backed legacy dataset (database/data/ai_policies.json); fields limited to what the official source page states. Reviewer to enrich scope, dates and obligations.. Full edit history is in the GitHub repository.
Informational only, not legal advice. Verify every claim against the linked official sources and consult qualified counsel before acting.