Children’s Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 29-05-2024
Mellow Zeus (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of children who use our website. This Children’s Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect information from users under the age of 13, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States and similar child protection laws worldwide.
- Scope of the Policy
This policy applies to children under the age of 13 and their use of our website and services. It explains:
- What information we collect from children.
- How we use this information.
- How we ensure the privacy and safety of children’s information.
- The rights of parents or guardians to review, modify, or delete their child’s information.
- Compliance with COPPA and International Laws
We operate in full compliance with COPPA, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, and similar privacy laws globally. Our goal is to create a safe, educational, and informative environment without collecting unnecessary information from children.
- Information We Collect
We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information (PII) from children under 13. In the event that we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with PII, we will:
- Notify the parent or guardian.
- Obtain parental consent before using the information.
- Delete the information from our records if parental consent is not obtained.
We may collect the following types of non-personal information from children:
- IP Address: Collected for safety and security reasons.
- Device Information: Such as device type, browser type, and operating system.
- Cookies: For basic functionality and website performance.
- Parental Consent and Control
Before we collect any PII from children under 13, we will obtain verifiable parental consent. Parents or guardians have the right to:
- Review the information provided by their child.
- Request deletion of their child’s information.
- Refuse further collection or use of their child’s information.
If you are a parent or guardian and wish to exercise these rights, please contact us at:
- Email: help@mellowzeus.com
- Phone: 02692 234 955
- Web Form: https://mellowzeus.com
- Mailing Address: 210 Hartman Ave, Maupin, Oregon, United States – 97037
- How We Use Information
We use the information collected from children only for the following purposes:
- To improve website functionality and user experience.
- To analyze website performance and trends.
- To ensure the safety and security of our services.
We will not use the information for marketing, advertising, or any promotional purposes targeted directly at children.
- Data Security Measures
We have implemented strict security measures to protect children’s information, including:
- Secure Storage: All data is stored on secure servers with restricted access.
- Data Encryption: Sensitive information is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
- Regular Audits: We regularly audit our systems to ensure compliance with security and privacy standards.
- Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to support basic site functions. We do not use these technologies to collect PII or track the activities of children beyond what is necessary for the website’s operation.
Parents have the right to disable cookies through browser settings. Please note that doing so may affect the website’s performance.
- Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not governed by this Children’s Privacy Policy. We encourage parents to review the privacy policies of third-party websites before allowing their children to use them.
- Parental Controls and Choices
Parents have the right to:
- Access the information we have collected from their child.
- Correct or update their child’s information.
- Withdraw consent at any time, resulting in the deletion of their child’s information from our records.
To exercise these rights, please contact us:
- Email: help@mellowzeus.com
- Phone: 02692 234 955
- Web Form: https://mellowzeus.com
- Mailing Address: 210 Hartman Ave, Maupin, Oregon, United States – 97037
- Data Retention
We do not retain children’s information for longer than necessary. All data related to children under 13 will be deleted within a reasonable timeframe unless parental consent for further retention is obtained.
- Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Children’s Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for any other reason. We will notify parents of any significant changes via email or through a notice on our website.
- Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about our Children’s Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: help@mellowzeus.com
- Phone: 02692 234 955
- Web Form: https://mellowzeus.com
- Mailing Address: 210 Hartman Ave, Maupin, Oregon, United States – 97037
We encourage parents and guardians to monitor their children’s online activities and educate them about online privacy and safety. Thank you for trusting Mellow Zeus in supporting a safe and educational environment for all users.
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