Liability of E-commerce Platforms for Cybercrimes: A Critical Analysis of Legal Framework

Author(s)	Ms. Nikhitha N, Prof. Dr. Nagaraja V
Country	India
Abstract	The rise of e-commerce platforms has transformed international commerce, offering consumers ease of access, convenience and variety in goods and services. The growth of e-commerce platforms in India has been supported by rising internet connectivity, online payments, and government initiatives like Digital India. But it has also opened up opportunities for cyber offences such as identity theft, phishing, data breaches, fake listings and fraudulent transactions. E-commerce platforms, as the middlemen between buyers and sellers, are often the focal point in disputes related to these cyber crimes.
Keywords	Cybercrime, E-commerce Liability, Intermediary Liability, Safe Harbor, IT Act 2000, Digital Platforms ,Consumer Protection, Data Breach, Online Fraud, Cyber Law, Platform Accountability, Legal Framework
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-09

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