Child Saftey Standards Policy
In accordance with Google Play’s Child Safety Standards, we have established the following policies to protect against child sexual abuse and exploitation and to comply with applicable child safety laws.
Child Safety Standards Policy
1. Zero Tolerance for Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE)
We have a zero-tolerance policy for child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) on our platform. Any accounts found to be engaging in such activities will be permanently banned and reported to the appropriate authorities for further action.
2. Published Standards Against CSAE
The following are strictly prohibited:
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The sharing, solicitation, or promotion of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
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The use of the platform for grooming, exploitation, or any other behavior that endangers children.
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Any content or communication that violates child protection laws.
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We adhere to global best practices, including those set by the Tech Coalition, to combat online child sexual abuse and exploitation.
3. Reporting Mechanism
This application provides an easy-to-use reporting mechanism within the app to help users flag inappropriate behavior or content, including potential CSAE/CSAM. Here’s how it works:
A button for reporting any threatening or illegal content is available on the screen when viewing potential matches or interacting with actual matches. This information will be sent to IRB-approved members of the research and app development team who will review the content, and take the appropriate actions, if necessary (e.g., freeze account, report content to relevant authorities).
4. Addressing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) and Compliance with Child Safety Laws
When reports of CSAM are received through the above-described reporting mechanism:
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Offending content will be immediately removed from the application and the responsible account will be blocked.
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The content will be reported to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) or other appropriate authorities in compliance with applicable laws.
5. Point of Contact for Child Safety
A Child Safety Point of Contact will oversee compliance with this policy and address related concerns. For inquiries, reports, or additional support related to child safety, please reach out to our designated contact at revelsupport@umich.edu or 734-763-2092.
6. Policy Enforcement
Failure to comply with this policy may result in account suspension or removal, and in severe cases, reporting to law enforcement. We reserve the right to update this policy in line with changes to child safety standards and applicable laws.
7. Immediate Action in Case of Danger
If you suspect a child is in immediate danger, please contact local law enforcement immediately. If you come across any content that violates this policy, report it through the app or directly via email at revelsupport@umich.edu