Effective Date: February 4, 2025
Last Updated: February 4, 2025
1. Introduction
The Nod Inc. is committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all users, particularly children. We strictly prohibit child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) and adhere to Google Play’s Child Safety Standards Policy.
This Child Safety Policy outlines the measures we take to protect children from exploitation, abuse, and harmful content. Our goal is to ensure the safety of all users, adhering to both international child safety laws and best practices for online safety.
2. Parental Consent
In compliance with child protection laws, users under the age of 13 will not be allowed to use the platform unless they have explicit parental consent. We will request that parents or guardians verify the identity of children using the app through a secure consent process.
3. Prohibited Activities
- Users may not engage in or promote child sexual exploitation, abuse, or grooming.
- The uploading, sharing, or solicitation of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) is strictly prohibited.
- Any user found violating these policies will face an immediate ban and be reported to relevant authorities.
4. Content Moderation
Automated Detection & Human Review
- AI-powered tools scan for CSAM and other prohibited content in real-time.
- A dedicated moderation team reviews flagged content promptly.
- Regular audits ensure compliance and effectiveness of moderation policies.
Flagging System
|
Risk Level |
Action Taken |
|
Green |
No violation detected |
|
Yellow |
Requires review by moderators |
|
Red |
Immediate removal & reporting to authorities |
5. Reporting Mechanisms
User Reporting System
- “Report Abuse” Button: Available on profiles, chats, and posts, which may include images, and videos.
- Reason Selection: Users must select a reason (e.g., “Inappropriate Content,” “CSAM Suspicion”).
Review Process
- Reported content is automatically flagged for human review.
- CSAM-related reports are escalated to law enforcement and legal authorities.
- User Action:
- Click on the three-dot menu next to the content or profile.
- Select “Report Abuse” and provide details.
- Our team investigates within 24 hours.
Direct Reporting Channel
- Email: info@thenodhq.com
- Response Time: Within 48 hours
6. Compliance with Laws
- The Nod Inc. complies with all applicable child safety and data privacy laws, including:
- Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA – Alberta)
- Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA – Canada)
- Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA – U.S.)
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR-K – EU/UK)
- We collaborate with NCMEC, law enforcement, and child safety organizations to combat online exploitation.
- We conduct regular audits and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to evolving regulations.
7. Child Safety Contact
- Contact Name: The Nod Child Safety Officer
- Email: info@thenodhq.com
- Response Time: Within 48 hours
8. Employee Code of Conduct (Child Safety)
Mandatory Employee Responsibilities
- All employees must undergo child safety training.
- Employees must immediately report any CSAE-related concerns.
- Any violation of child safety standards will result in disciplinary action, termination, and legal reporting.
