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This section of the policy is intended to provide clear information for parents and legal guardians regarding the handling of personal data related to children under the age of thirteen. It reflects the requirements of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act and its associated regulations, which are designed to ensure that children’s information is managed with heightened care and that parents remain informed and involved in decisions about how such data is collected, used, and shared. The purpose of this notice is to explain what types of information may be gathered, why that information is needed, how it may be used, and under what limited conditions it may be disclosed. It applies specifically to users under thirteen and should be considered alongside the broader privacy policy, where additional definitions and terms are outlined.
In general, children are able to access and browse most areas of the website without providing personal information. However, certain features may require limited data in order to function properly. In these situations, only the minimum amount of information necessary to support participation is requested. Access to any activity is not dependent on providing excessive or unrelated personal details, and care is taken to ensure that requests for information remain appropriate to the context of the feature being used.
When information is collected directly, it is typically part of a registration process. Users may be asked to provide basic details such as a name and date of birth. If the date of birth indicates that the user is under thirteen, the system prevents further registration steps from being completed. Account creation may also involve selecting a username and password. Any additional information beyond these essential elements is optional, allowing both children and their parents or guardians to decide whether to share further details.
The website does not oversee or regulate how users may share information on external platforms such as social media, nor does it control how third parties manage such information once it is shared outside the site. For this reason, parents are encouraged to guide their children’s online activities and discuss safe internet practices to promote responsible use of digital tools.
In addition to information entered by users, certain data may be collected automatically through standard technologies such as cookies and similar tools. This may include identifiers that help recognize a device or browser over time, as well as general location data derived from the device. These technologies support essential functions such as maintaining session continuity, improving navigation, and enhancing performance. In some instances, non-identifiable information collected automatically may be combined with other data to improve functionality and user experience. Further details about these practices and available controls are provided in the general privacy policy.
The use of information collected from children is limited to specific purposes. This includes enabling account functionality, providing access to requested features, and facilitating communication related to those features. Non-personal and automatically collected data may also be used to analyze usage patterns, improve system performance, and tailor content to better suit user preferences. These efforts are intended to create a smoother, more efficient, and more engaging experience.
Personal information relating to children is handled with strict safeguards and is not sold or used for commercial distribution. Disclosure is limited to carefully defined circumstances. Aggregated or anonymized data that does not identify individual users may be used for analytical purposes. Personal information may also be shared with trusted service providers who assist in operating the website, provided they are required to maintain confidentiality and use the data only for designated functions.
In certain situations, disclosure may be necessary to comply with legal obligations, such as responding to lawful requests from authorities or fulfilling regulatory requirements. Information may also be shared to protect the safety of users, ensure the security of the platform, defend legal rights, or prevent potential harm. If the organization undergoes a structural change, such as a merger or acquisition, personal information may be transferred as part of that process, subject to appropriate safeguards.
Overall, this policy demonstrates a commitment to limiting the collection of children’s data, maintaining transparency with parents and guardians, and ensuring that all handling of such information is conducted responsibly, securely, and in alignment with legal standards designed to protect children’s privacy.