COPPA Compliance: Protecting Children’s Online Privacy

What is COPPA?

The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is a U.S. federal law designed to safeguard the online privacy of children under 13. It regulates how operators collect, store, and use personal information from young users.

Official resource: FTC COPPA Rule

Why is COPPA Compliance Important?

Complying with COPPA protects children's privacy, builds parental trust, and helps your organization avoid legal liabilities and severe penalties. It demonstrates your commitment to responsible and ethical digital practices.

Detailed explanation: FTC Children's Privacy Guidance

Who Must Comply with COPPA?

• Websites and online services explicitly targeting children under 13
• General audience platforms knowingly collecting data from children under 13
• Mobile apps, games, and digital platforms popular with children

Key Requirements of COPPA

• Verifiable Parental Consent: Must be obtained before collecting personal data from children.
• Transparent Privacy Policies: Clearly state data collection practices in accessible language.
• Data Minimization: Limit data collection strictly to what is necessary.
• Secure Data Storage: Implement stringent data security measures.
• Parental Rights: Allow parents access to review and delete their child's information.

Full criteria: COPPA FAQs

Legal Risks of Non-Compliance

Failure to comply with COPPA can result in significant financial penalties, regulatory action, loss of public trust, and reputational damage. Active compliance practices mitigate these risks effectively.

Reference: FTC Enforcement Actions

How Our Platform Supports COPPA Compliance

Our platform streamlines COPPA compliance with automated consent management, transparent policy generation, secure data handling, and intuitive tools to manage parental rights effectively.

Best Practices for Continuous COPPA Compliance

• Regular audits of data collection and storage practices.
• Ongoing training and education on COPPA regulations.
• Robust mechanisms for obtaining and documenting parental consent.
• Immediate responsiveness to parental inquiries and requests.