Digital platforms, with features such as multi-sidedness, utilization of user data, and application of intelligent tools, have assumed a pivotal role in Iran's economy and society. However, challenges stemming from legal gaps, regulatory ambiguities, and the unique characteristics of cyberspace have posed difficulties for the legal system.

This study examines the legal dimensions and analyzes the challenges of digital platforms' activities in Iran through a descriptive-analytical methodology using library resources. It investigates legal gaps related to platforms by analyzing the conflict between traditional laws and platform economics in Iran, and evaluates the impact of platform economy characteristics on the legal system.

The findings reveal that Iran's legal system faces disorder and arbitrary practices in areas such as licensing. Traditional competition law criteria are incompatible with platforms' scalability and network effects. Furthermore, data protection regulations are inadequate compared to international standards, and determining platforms' criminal liability for illegal content requires specialized legislation.

Consequently, the study identifies the following priorities for Iran's legal system: revising traditional laws, developing platform-specific regulations, strengthening effective regulatory oversight, localizing international standards such as GDPR, and reforming filtering policies. Additionally, it proposes the development and enhancement of platforms' self-regulatory mechanisms alongside government supervision as an effective solution to reduce legal gaps.