Child Safety and Data Protection Policy

Effective Date: 04/02/2025

1. Introduction

We are committed to protecting the safety and privacy of all our users, especially children. This Child Safety and Data Protection Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information from children who use our services. We are dedicated to complying with all applicable laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States, as well as any other relevant local or international regulations.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all information collected from users who are under the age specified by applicable law (e.g., under 13 years of age in the United States). It covers:

• The types of data we collect from children.
• How the data is used, stored, and shared.
• Parental rights and our procedures for obtaining parental consent.
• The security measures in place to protect children's data.

3. Data Collection

What We Collect:

• Personal Identifiers: Such as name, age, email address, or any other information that can directly identify a child.
• Usage Information: Including interaction logs, device information, and location data (if applicable).

Data Minimization:

We collect only the information that is necessary to provide a safe and functional service to our young users. Wherever possible, we encourage minimal data submission.

4. Parental Consent and Control

Obtaining Consent:

• For Users Under the Legal Age: We require verifiable parental consent before collecting any personal data from children.
• Consent Process: Parents will be provided with clear instructions on how to give consent and how to manage or withdraw that consent at any time.

Parental Access:

• Review and Deletion: Parents have the right to review the personal information collected from their child and can request corrections or deletion of this data.
• Contact Information: appbyteinfotech@gmail.com

5. Data Use and Purpose Limitation

We use children’s data solely for:

• Providing and improving our services.
• Ensuring a safe and secure environment.
• Complying with legal obligations.

We will not use children’s data for targeted advertising or marketing without explicit parental consent.

6. Third-Party Disclosure

• Limited Sharing: We do not sell or share personal data of children with third parties except where required by law or where third-party service providers have agreed to adhere to stringent data protection standards.
• Third-Party Compliance: Any third parties that process data on our behalf are contractually obligated to comply with this policy and all applicable laws.

7. Data Security and Retention

Security Measures:

• We implement robust security protocols, including encryption, secure access controls, and regular audits, to protect children's personal data.

Data Retention:

• Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.
• Procedures are in place for secure deletion or anonymization of data when it is no longer needed.

8. Compliance and Policy Updates

• Legal Compliance: We strictly adhere to COPPA and other applicable data protection laws.
• Policy Modifications: This policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be communicated through our website and, where necessary, via direct notification to parents.
• Effective Date: The current version of this policy is effective as of 04/02/2025.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy or our practices:

• Email: appbyteinfotech@gmail.com
• Address: Mota varachha, Surat
• Parental Inquiries: For parental rights regarding your child’s information, please contact Us.