Hypelist Child Safety Standards Policy
At Hypelist, the safety and well-being of our users, particularly children and teens, are of utmost importance. This Child Safety Standards Policy ensures that Hypelist complies with global child protection laws, including COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act), GDPR-K (General Data Protection Regulation for Kids), and app store requirements, including Google Play Store policies. It establishes guidelines for protecting minors on our platform and creating a secure environment for all users.
1. Age Restrictions
Hypelist is intended for users aged 13 years and older.
Users under 13 years of age are not permitted to create an account or use Hypelist in any capacity.
Users aged 13 to 17 must obtain parental or guardian consent to use the platform where applicable by local laws.
We reserve the right to verify age and take action to delete accounts found to be in violation of this policy.
2. Content Moderation
We use a multi-layered content moderation system to ensure a safe environment, including:
AI-powered tools to detect and block inappropriate content, including explicit language, sexual material, violence, or harmful themes.
Manual review processes for flagged content and random audits to enhance oversight.
Hypelist strictly prohibits:
Inappropriate content such as pornography, hate speech, graphic violence, and harassment.
Content promoting illegal activities or other unsuitable themes for minors.
3. Privacy Protections for Minors
Hypelist is committed to protecting minors’ personal information:
Minimal data collection: We collect only essential information, such as username and email address, to create an account.
Data anonymization: Personal information is anonymized wherever possible to ensure added privacy.
4. Restricted Features for Minors
Users identified as minors have restricted access to certain features:
Advertising: Ads shown to minors are compliant with COPPA and GDPR-K, avoiding any sensitive or mature topics.
Recommendations: AI-generated suggestions for minors exclude sensitive or age-inappropriate content.
5. Reporting and Blocking Tools
We provide accessible tools for reporting and blocking inappropriate content and users. These tools are:
Available directly in the app.
Reviewed promptly by our moderation team, with appropriate action taken within a short timeframe.
6. Parental Involvement
Parents or guardians can:
Contact Hypelist to review or delete their child’s account information.
Request the deletion of data collected from minors under 16 in compliance with applicable laws.
Requests can be made by emailing hello@hypelist.com or contacting us via our mailing address.
7. User Education
Hypelist promotes online safety education by:
Displaying tips on protecting personal information and engaging responsibly on our platform.
Encouraging parents and guardians to discuss online safety with their children.
8. Compliance with Global Laws
Hypelist complies with all applicable child protection laws, including:
COPPA (USA): Protects the privacy of users under 13 years of age.
GDPR-K (EU): Regulates the processing of personal data of users under 16 years old in the EU.
Other relevant local regulations.
Our policies are regularly reviewed and updated to maintain compliance with evolving laws and standards.
9. Data Security
Hypelist employs state-of-the-art security measures to protect user data, including:
Encryption of personal information.
Regular security audits and compliance checks.
Secure storage and minimal retention of collected data.
10. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests related to child safety on Hypelist, please contact us at hello@hypelist.com or Hypelist, LLC, 651 N Broad St., Suite 206, Middletown, Delaware, 19709; 213.260.1439.
If you are located in the EEA or the United Kingdom and have questions about your personal data or would like to request to access, update, or delete it, you may contact our representative at:
Bird & Bird GDPR Representative Services SRL
Avenue Louise 235
1050 Bruxelles
Belgium
EUrepresentative.Hypelist@twobirds.com
and
Bird & Bird GDPR Representative Services UK
12 New Fetter Lane
London
EC4A 1JP
United Kingdom
UKrepresentative.hypelist@twobirds.com
Commitment to Safety
This policy underscores Hypelist’s commitment to providing a safe and secure platform for all users, particularly minors. We adhere to app store guidelines, including Google Play Store’s Developer Policies, to ensure Hypelist remains a safe and responsible digital space.
Last Modified: January 27, 2025
