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AI regulation in Australia / Privacy Act 1988 / Australian Privacy Principles

Privacy Act 1988 / Australian Privacy Principles

Personal information handled by or through an AI tool falls under the same collection, use, disclosure and security rules as any other personal information.

Status
In force · Australia (Commonwealth) · OAIC
Applies to
APP entities: most businesses with annual turnover over $3m, plus some others regardless of size
Primary source
Official document →
Last reviewed
17 July 2026