Article 13
Transparency and information to deployers
High riskApplicable from August 2, 2026
Applies to: Provider
High-risk AI systems must be sufficiently transparent for deployers to interpret their output and use them appropriately, and must be accompanied by clear instructions for use.
Key points
- Instructions for use must be concise, complete, and comprehensible
- State the intended purpose, known limitations, and accuracy levels
- Describe human oversight measures the deployer has to apply
- Explain expected lifetime, maintenance, and required input data
- Distinct from Article 50, which addresses transparency towards end users
Related terms
This page is a plain-language summary for orientation only. It is not legal advice — the binding text is Regulation (EU) 2024/1689.