*BuzzGather Child Safety Standards**Purpose:*BuzzGather is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all users, particularly children. This document outlines our child safety standards to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.*Scope:*These standards apply to all BuzzGather users, staff, and third-party service providers.*Key Principles:*1. *Age Restrictions*: BuzzGather will comply with applicable age restrictions, such as COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) guidelines.2. *Parental Consent*: For users under the age of 13 (or applicable age threshold), parental consent will be obtained before collecting personal data.3. *Data Protection*: Personal data of minors will be protected with appropriate security measures.4. *Content Moderation*: BuzzGather will moderate content to prevent harm or exploitation of minors.5. *Reporting Mechanisms*: Users can report suspicious or harmful content/activity.6. *Education and Awareness*: BuzzGather will provide resources and guidance on online safety for minors and parents.*Account Management:*1. *Account Creation*: Minors (under 18) will require parental consent for account creation.2. *Age Verification*: Implement age verification processes.3. *Parental Controls*: Provide parental controls to manage minor accounts, including: - Monitoring activity - Setting limits on usage - Controlling interactions with others4. *Account Suspension/Termination*: Accounts found to be in violation of child safety policies will be suspended or terminated.*Implementation:*1. *Content Guidelines*: Establish guidelines for acceptable content.2. *Moderation Team*: Train moderation team to handle child safety issues.3. *Regular Audits*: Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance.*Collaboration:*1. *Partnerships*: Collaborate with child safety organizations.2. *Law Enforcement*: Cooperate with law enforcement agencies.*Review and Update:*These standards will be reviewed and updated regularly.*Key Contacts:*Designated Child Safety Officer: [safety@buzzgather.com]