Irish Internet Hotline designated 'Trusted Flagger' under EU Digital Services Act

The Irish Internet Hotline has achieved "Trusted Flagger" status under the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA). This designation, granted by Comisiún na Meán, empowers the hotline to identify and report illegal online content. Platforms are now obligated to prioritize and process notices submitted by Trusted Flaggers without undue delay.

Established in 1999, the Irish Internet Hotline has long been dedicated to combating illegal online content, with a significant focus on child sexual abuse material. The "Trusted Flagger" designation formally recognizes the expertise and experience the team has cultivated over nearly three decades.

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The designation reflects the expertise and experience our team has developed in identifying and reporting illegal content within our areas of competency.

"The designation reflects the expertise and experience our team has developed in identifying and reporting illegal content within our areas of competency," stated Mick Moran, CEO of the Irish Internet Hotline. He added, "Trusted Flagger status formalizes an approach we’ve already been taking for nearly three decades and strengthens our ability to ensure that high-quality reports are prioritized and acted on appropriately."

The Irish Internet Hotline serves as Ireland's national reporting center, offering a secure and anonymous channel for the public to report suspected illegal and harmful online content.

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Trusted Flagger status formalizes an approach we’ve already been taking for nearly three decades and strengthens our ability to ensure that high-quality reports are prioritised and acted on appropriately.