Platform Safety Standards: Protecting Minors

1. Purpose and Scope

This document outlines our commitment and approach to protecting minors using our platform. These standards apply to all users, content, and interactions within our social networking application.

2. Age Requirements and Verification

- Minimum age requirement of 13 years to create an account

- Implementation of age verification systems:

- Required birth date during registration

- AI-powered image verification for profile photos

- Periodic age verification checks

- Separate experience for users aged 13-17 with enhanced privacy settings

3. Content Moderation

3.1 Prohibited Content

- Any content involving or depicting minors in exploitative situations

- Sexualized content involving minors

- Content that implies or suggests inappropriate behavior with minors

- Personal information of minors

- Any attempt to groom or manipulate minors

3.2 Moderation Systems

- AI-powered content scanning before publication

- Hash-matching against databases of known prohibited content

- Real-time content moderation for live features

- Human moderator review for flagged content

- Collaboration with law enforcement and expert organizations

4. User Safety Features

- Default private accounts for users under 18

- Restricted direct messaging capabilities for minor accounts

- Automatic blocking of adult-oriented content

- Easy-to-use reporting systems

- In-app safety center with resources and guidance

5. Reporting and Enforcement

5.1 Reporting Mechanisms

- One-click reporting for inappropriate content

- Dedicated reporting category for content involving minors

- Emergency reporting channel for immediate threats

- Option to provide anonymous reports

- Clear feedback loop on report status

5.2 Enforcement Actions

- Immediate content removal upon validation of violations

- Permanent account termination for serious violations

- IP-level blocking for repeat offenders

- Preservation of evidence for law enforcement

- Mandatory reporting to relevant authorities

6. Prevention and Education

- Age-appropriate safety tutorials for new users

- Regular safety prompts and reminders

- Parent/guardian resources and controls

- Partnership with child safety organizations

- Regular updates to safety features based on emerging threats

7. Transparency and Accountability

- Regular public safety reports

- Clear safety metrics and goals

- Third-party safety audits

- Open communication with regulators

- Documented escalation procedures

8. Implementation and Updates

- Regular review and updates of safety measures

- Staff training on minor protection

- Documentation of all safety processes

- Incident response procedures

- Continuous improvement based on user feedback

9. Compliance

This policy complies with:

- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

- Google Play Store Developer Program Policies

- Platform-specific safety requirements

- Regional and international child protection laws

10. Contact Information

For questions about these standards or to report violations:

- Safety Team Email: [email protected]

Last Updated: 27 Jan 2025

Version: 1.0