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Consent and privacy law in ישראל

In short
Israel's Protection of Privacy Law dates from 1981 and is enforced by the Privacy Protection Authority. Israel holds EU adequacy, which supports data flows with Europe. Historically the law required registration of databases, an unusual feature compared with most modern regimes. Amendment 13, which takes effect in 2025, modernises the law by narrowing database registration, redefining key terms closer to the GDPR, strengthening the regulator's enforcement powers, and sharply increasing administrative fines. Consent should be informed and is implied or explicit depending on context, though sensitive data needs clearer consent. Notices in Hebrew are expected. Cookies that identify users are personal data subject to the law.
Status

Protection of Privacy Law of 1981, significantly amended by Amendment 13 effective 2025

Primary law
PPL
Languages

he

Who must comply

Owners, holders and managers of databases that process personal information of individuals in Israel.

Penalties

Substantially increased administrative fines under Amendment 13

Key obligations

  • Obtain informed consent for collection and use
  • Register databases where required and notify of purpose
  • Honor rights to review and correct information
  • Apply data security obligations under the security regulations
  • Report security incidents as required

Local guidance

  • Prepare for Amendment 13, effective in 2025
  • Rely on EU adequacy for transfers with Europe
  • Use informed consent, clearer for sensitive data
  • Provide notices in Hebrew

How ConsentX helps

  • Informed opt-in consent capture
  • Purpose notice in the banner
  • Review and correction request workflow
  • Consent receipts and evidence logs
  • Region rule engine tuned for Israel
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This page is a plain-English summary for general information and is not legal advice. Confirm your obligations with qualified local counsel.

How to comply with Israel using ConsentX

  1. 1

    Scan your website

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  2. 2

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  3. 3

    Block trackers until consent

    Keep non-essential cookies and trackers blocked until the visitor agrees, so nothing fires before consent.

  4. 4

    Record tamper-evident proof

    Every choice is stored as a tamper-evident consent receipt you can produce in a Israel audit.

  5. 5

    Handle data requests on time

    Use the built-in DSAR workflow with SLA timers to answer access, deletion and opt-out requests within the legal deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Does Israel have EU adequacy?+

Yes. Israel holds an EU adequacy decision, which supports the free flow of personal data between the EU and Israel, subject to ongoing review.

What does Israel's Amendment 13 change?+

Amendment 13, effective in 2025, modernises the 1981 law by narrowing database registration, aligning definitions closer to the GDPR, strengthening the regulator, and sharply raising administrative fines.