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Belgium Leads Europe with New Subscription Renewal Law

7/23/2025

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Belgium is set to make history as the first European nation to require companies to inform consumers about upcoming automatic contract renewals. With notifications mandated 15 days prior, this groundbreaking law empowers consumers to take control of unwanted subscriptions. The new measure will be implemented in a year, marking a significant step in consumer protection.

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Belgium is set to make history as the first European nation to require companies to inform consumers about upcoming automatic contract renewals. With notifications mandated 15 days prior, this groundbreaking law empowers consumers to take control of unwanted subscriptions. The new measure will be implemented in a year, marking a significant step in consumer protection.