At Codewright Marketing Solutions Pvt Ltd, we are committed to ensuring compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) of the United States. This statement outlines our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information from children under 13 years of age and how we comply with COPPA regulations.
By using TickleByte, you acknowledge and agree to this COPPA Compliance Statement.
1. Scope of COPPA Compliance
This statement applies to all users in the United States and details how we:
- Ensure TickleByte is not directed at children under 13.
- Prevent unauthorized collection of children’s data.
- Allow parents to review and request deletion of data if needed.
2. Applicability to Children Under 13
TickleByte is not directed at children under the age of 13.
- The app is designed for users aged 13 and above.
- NSFW (adult) content is restricted to users aged 18 and above.
- TickleByte does not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children under 13.
If a parent or guardian discovers that their child under 13 has created an account or provided personal information, they should contact us immediately at connect@cwmspvtltd.com to request data deletion.
For full details, refer to our Privacy Policy at ticklebyte.app/privacy-policy.
3. Personal Data Collection and Children’s Privacy
Under COPPA, “Personal Information” refers to data that can identify a child. Since TickleByte is not intended for children, we:
✔ Do not allow account creation for users under 13.
✔ Do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
✔ Do not display personalized ads to users identified as minors.
✔ Do not allow child-directed content or user submissions.
If we discover that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, we will immediately delete the data upon verification.
4. Parental Responsibilities and Protections
Parents and guardians should:
- Monitor their child’s app usage and online activity.
- Use parental controls on mobile devices to restrict access to NSFW content.
- Contact us immediately if they believe a child has provided personal data.
For more information on protecting children’s privacy, visit the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) COPPA Guidance at www.ftc.gov/COPPA.
5. Steps Taken to Ensure COPPA Compliance
To comply with COPPA, we:
- Do not offer features directed at children under 13.
- Do not collect or store child-specific data.
- Restrict personalized ads for any minor-identifiable users.
- Allow parents to request data deletion if an underage user is identified.
To report a concern, email us at connect@cwmspvtltd.com.
6. Requesting Data Deletion for a Child’s Account
If a parent or guardian believes their child has provided personal data, they can:
- Submit a data deletion request via ticklebyte.app/data-deletion.
- Email connect@cwmspvtltd.com with the subject line “COPPA Data Deletion Request”.
We will verify the request and permanently delete any personal data within 30 days.
7. Third-Party Services and Compliance
TickleByte integrates Google Firebase Authentication, Google AdMob, and Google Analytics. These services may collect anonymous app usage data, but we do not share child-related data with third parties.
For details, refer to our Advertising & Monetization Policy at ticklebyte.app/ads-policy.
8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
- This COPPA Compliance Statement is governed by the laws of the United States.
- Any disputes related to child privacy shall be resolved in accordance with applicable COPPA regulations and U.S. federal laws.
For legal inquiries, contact connect@cwmspvtltd.com.
9. Changes to This COPPA Compliance Statement
We may update this statement periodically to reflect new COPPA regulations or internal policy changes.
- Users will be notified of significant updates via in-app notifications.
- The latest version will always be available at ticklebyte.app/coppa-compliance.
10. Contact Information
For privacy-related concerns or COPPA compliance questions, contact:
- Email: connect@cwmspvtltd.com
- Website: ticklebyte.app
By using TickleByte, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this COPPA Compliance Statement.