Children's Privacy Policy
At The Kindness Accelerator, we are committed to protecting the privacy of children who visit our website and participate in our programs. We take special precautions to ensure that all interactions comply with applicable laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States.
What Information We Collect
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. If a child under 13 interacts with our website or programs, we may collect the following types of information:
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Non-Personal Information:
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General website usage data such as page visits and activity, collected anonymously.
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Personal Information (only with parental consent):
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Name (first name only if possible).
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Parent or guardian’s email address.
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Photos, videos, or artwork submitted by the child for program participation (e.g., contests or kindness stories).
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How We Use the Information
We use the information collected from children only for the purposes outlined below:
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To provide access to specific features of the website or programs.
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To share program updates or communicate with parents/guardians.
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To feature kindness stories, artwork, or photos submitted by children (only with parental consent).
Parental Controls and Consent
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Consent Required: We require verifiable parental consent before collecting any personal information from children under 13.
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Review and Deletion: Parents can review, update, or request the deletion of their child’s personal information by contacting us at [insert contact email].
Third-Party Disclosure
We do not share or sell personal information collected from children to third parties for marketing or other purposes. Any information shared (e.g., kindness stories or photos) will only be used with prior parental consent and for purposes related to The Kindness Accelerator’s mission.
Data Security
We implement strict security measures to protect personal information collected from children, including encrypted data storage and restricted access.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Children’s Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights as a parent or guardian, please contact us:
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Mailing Address: PO Box 7222 Greenville, SC 29601
Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be communicated to parents or guardians and posted prominently on our website.
This policy ensures a safe and respectful environment for children while upholding their privacy and promoting the values of The Kindness Accelerator.