Child Safety Policy – PawPals

 At PawPals, we prioritize the safety and well-being of all our users, including children. This policy outlines the measures we take to ensure compliance with child safety standards as required by Google Play and applicable regulations.

1. Compliance with Child Safety Standards

PawPals complies with Google Play’s Families Policy, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and other child safety regulations. Our platform is designed to create a safe and engaging experience for all users while preventing any form of harm to minors.

2. Age Restrictions

  • PawPals is intended for users aged 13 and older.
  • Users under 13 may only use the app with verified parental consent.
  • If we discover that a child under 13 has registered without consent, we will promptly delete their account and data.

3. Content Moderation & Safety Measures

To ensure a safe environment, we have implemented:
Content filtering to prevent inappropriate material.
AI moderation and human review of reported content.
Strict guidelines against bullying, harassment, or harmful content.

4. Privacy & Data Protection

  • We do not collect personally identifiable information (PII) from children.
  • Any data collected follows strict privacy standards and is used only to enhance user experience.
  • We do not sell or share children’s data with third parties.

5. Reporting & Parental Controls

  • Users can report inappropriate content or behavior directly in the app.
  • Parents can request account deletion for their child by contacting us at [support@pawpals.com].
  • We provide tools for blocking and muting users to prevent unwanted interactions.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Child Safety Policy, please contact us:

📧 Email: amin.app.devs@gmail.com

We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all users while maintaining the highest standards of child safety.