Ars Technica
Streaming services’ obnoxiously loud ads become illegal on July 1 in California
Friday, June 26, 2026
**Title: California Requires Streaming Services to Match Ad Volume to Content on July 1**
California enacted legislation requiring streaming services to ensure advertisements do not play at significantly higher volumes than the programs they accompany, effective July 1. Illinois passed similar legislation previously. The rules apply to services including Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+, among others. Streaming platforms will need to comply with audio level standards or face penalties.