This draft code of practice outlines voluntary commitments and best practices for increasing transparency in the use and dissemination of AI-generated content within the EU. It provides recommended measures such as labeling synthetic content, traceability mechanisms, provenance signaling, and responsible watermarking. The Code aims to mitigate the risks of disinformation, user deception, and manipulation while balancing innovation and fundamental rights. Stakeholders are invited to endorse and implement the code voluntarily, with the possibility of updates and co-regulatory evolution.
Author: Independent Experts of Code of Practice Working Groups
Status: Draft
Adoption date: 2025-12-17
Last updated: 23 Dec 2025
Category: Guidance
Subcategory: Official guidance