This study examined the awareness, impact, and challenges encountered in relation to the implementation of the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. Guided by the objective of understanding how individuals and institutions perceive and respond to the law, the research explored three core dimensions: the extent of public awareness of the Act’s provisions, its perceived impact on online safety and regulation, and the challenges experienced in its enforcement and compliance. A mixed-methods design was employed. Findings revealed that while most respondents demonstrated basic familiarity with the law—particularly its coverage of cyber libel, hacking, identity theft, and online fraud—awareness of penalties and enforcement mechanisms remained limited. The impact of the Act was noted in terms of increased caution in online behavior and recognition of legal safeguards, yet challenges persisted in areas such as inadequate dissemination, inconsistent enforcement, limited technological infrastructure, and gaps in digital literacy. Qualitative results further highlighted concerns about privacy, due process, and the difficulty of balancing freedom of expression with regulation. These findings suggest that although the Cybercrime Prevention Act provides a critical legal framework for addressing online threats, its effectiveness is hindered by awareness gaps, enforcement limitations, and resource constraints.