Law and data protection
EU
Abbreviation for European Union
In short and in plain language
The EU is a union of states in Europe.
They share a market and the same laws.
The union makes rules. These cover data protection, shopper rights and safety online.
These rules can matter for shops and sites with customers in many lands.
Definition
The EU is a union of European states with a common internal market and shared legislation. It issues regulations and directives, for example on data protection, consumer protection and cybersecurity. For shops and websites with customers in several countries, these rules can play a role.