Internal AI use — when no labeling is needed
Without publication to the public, Art. 50 usually does not apply. Still observe GDPR, internal policies, and AI literacy.
Usually not required
Internal tools (Copilot, ChatGPT)
No publication. No Art. 50 duty.
Usually not required
Legacy content before 08/2026 unchanged
Not retroactively required.
Check if unsure
Legacy content republished
Check again. Use the decision tree.
Internal reports and presentations without publication are usually fine.
If you publish internal AI content later, clarify labeling before release.
Check 🏢 Internal & Other
Start checkTypical scenarios
- Internal AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT, DeepL)No publication. No Art. 50 duty.
- Internal report / presentation (not public)No transparency duty without publication.
- Legacy content before 08/2026, unchanged onlineNot retroactively required.
- Legacy content republished or changedCheck again from republication.
Orientation based on the EU AI Act (Art. 50). Not legal advice. For borderline cases consult a qualified lawyer. Effective from 02.08.2026 · ai-act-checker.com