Council of the European Union and European Parliament 25 October 2011, Directive 2011/83/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 October 2011 on consumer rights, amending Council Directive 93/13/EEC and Directive 1999/44/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Council Directive 85/577/EEC and Directive 97/7/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council Text with EEA relevance

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Directive 2011/83/EU aims to harmonize consumer rights across the EU, particularly regarding distance and off-premises contracts, by replacing previous directives to simplify and update consumer protection laws. Key provisions include standardized information requirements, the right of withdrawal, and the regulation of digital content contracts, while allowing Member States to maintain additional national rules. The directive seeks to eliminate barriers to cross-border sales, enhance consumer confidence, and ensure a high level of protection for consumers throughout the internal market.AI