Copyright Act (17 U.S.C.): Federal law governing copyright protection for original works of authorship, including software code, user interface designs, and app content
Patent Act (35 U.S.C.): Federal law protecting novel, non-obvious technological innovations that might be incorporated in the mobile app
Trademark Act (Lanham Act): Federal law protecting brands, logos, and other distinctive marks used in the mobile app
Defend Trade Secrets Act: Federal law protecting confidential business information and proprietary technical information
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): State law governing collection, storage, and use of California residents' personal information
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Federal law regulating collection of personal information from children under 13
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): EU regulation that may apply if the app collects data from European users
Electronic Communications Privacy Act: Federal law governing interception of electronic communications
Stored Communications Act: Federal law protecting privacy of stored electronic communications
E-SIGN Act: Federal law governing validity of electronic signatures and records
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal law prohibiting unfair or deceptive trade practices in commerce
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring accessibility accommodations for disabled users
PCI DSS: Security standards for organizations handling credit card information
Electronic Fund Transfer Act: Federal law governing electronic money transfers and consumer rights
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing wage, hour, and employment standards
Software License Requirements: Legal obligations regarding software licensing, including third-party components
App Store Requirements: Platform-specific guidelines and requirements from Apple App Store and Google Play Store
