EU AI Act FAQ

The EU AI Act is the first comprehensive law regulating AI systems in the European Union based on risk levels and use cases.

Different obligations apply in phases. Key high-risk obligations are especially important before August 2, 2026.

If your company develops or uses AI that affects people in the EU, the Act may apply even if your company is based elsewhere.

The main categories are minimal, limited, high, and unacceptable risk, each with different obligations.

Non-compliance can lead to significant penalties, reputational damage, and procurement or partnership risks.

Providers build or place AI on the market. Deployers use AI systems in business operations.

ClearAct helps SMEs assess risk, organize compliance actions, and prepare key documentation workflows.

The quiz provides a practical screening estimate based on your answers and should be used as a starting point.

ClearAct offers a free entry point and upcoming paid plans for deeper compliance workflows.

We apply standard security practices and limit data collection to what is necessary for assessment and communication.

Yes. ClearAct is designed to support companies managing multiple internal and third-party AI use cases.

Annex IV describes documentation requirements for high-risk AI systems, including system details and risk controls.

Depending on your use case and role, a FRIA may be required or strongly recommended for high-impact contexts.

It depends on AI complexity and readiness, but early preparation significantly reduces compliance pressure later.

ClearAct is being developed to assist with structured templates and documentation workflows for SMEs.