A very new law that has brought about a profound change in the field of data privacy in Israel:
Amendment 13 to the Privacy Protection Law (effective between August 14–15, 2025) – constitutes a comprehensive reform in the field of privacy and imposes significant obligations on website and application owners.
Click here for an explanation of Amendment No. 13 to the Privacy Protection Law by the Privacy Protection Authority
Amendment 13 to the Privacy Protection Law: What do the new obligations include?
Emphasis on tools like Cookie Banner – an active consent checkbox for cookies must be implemented, including the option to choose between different methods (analytics, marketing, etc.) and documentation of consents.
User Rights – The ability for users to request access, correction, or deletion of their personal information — with strict supervision and enforcement.
Appointment of Privacy and Information Security Officers – In certain cases, there is an obligation to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) and a Privacy Protection Officer, depending on the scale of data processing.
Significant Sanctions – Fines of up to 5% of annual turnover, fines based on the number of affected individuals (for example, ₪8 per user), and personal lawsuits without the need to prove damage.
Summary
Your website is not just a digital business card – it is also a legal asset that must comply with the law. Amendment 13 to the Privacy Protection Law and website accessibility obligations require every business owner to act responsibly and transparently.
It is advisable to check right now that your site meets the requirements – to avoid fines and legal issues later on.
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