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AI Safety Guide for Kids

Everything parents need to know about keeping kids safe with AI tools

✓ COPPA✓ Safety Certified✓ Teacher Approved

✓ COPPA Compliance

What is COPPA?

The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is a US federal law that protects children's online privacy. It requires websites and services to get parental consent before collecting personal information from children under 13.

How We Ensure COPPA Compliance

✓ Tool Verification

Every AI tool is verified for COPPA compliance before inclusion

✓ Privacy Reviews

We review privacy policies and data collection practices

✓ Age Verification

Clear age ranges and recommendations for each tool

✓ Regular Audits

Ongoing monitoring of tool safety and compliance

Parent Safety Checklist

Review the AI tool's privacy policy before your child uses it

Check age recommendations and ensure the tool is appropriate

Set up parental controls and supervision features when available

Discuss AI limitations and the importance of critical thinking

Monitor your child's usage and conversations with AI tools

Teach children to never share personal information with AI tools

Explain that AI can make mistakes and shouldn't be trusted blindly

Review any content your child creates or receives from AI tools

Age-Specific Guidelines

Ages 5-8: Early Learners

• Always supervise AI tool usage
• Choose tools with no text input requirements
• Focus on educational games and creative activities
• No sharing of personal information

Ages 9-12: Explorers

• Guided exploration with periodic check-ins
• Introduction to AI concepts and limitations
• Tools for homework help and creative projects
• Teach responsible AI usage habits

Ages 13-18: Independent Users

• More independence with established guidelines
• Advanced AI tools for learning and creativity
• Discussions about AI ethics and bias
• Preparation for AI in their future careers

🚨 Red Flags to Watch For

⚠️AI tool asks for personal information (name, address, school)

⚠️No clear privacy policy or terms of service

⚠️Tool allows unrestricted communication with strangers

⚠️Content generation without appropriate filters

⚠️No parental controls or supervision features

⚠️Unclear age recommendations or restrictions

⚠️Tool requires social media account linking

⚠️Inappropriate or harmful content suggestions

Additional Resources

Government Resources

Educational Resources

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