COPPA NOTICE
Last updated May 11, 2023
This document serves as the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) notice for the Hawaii SeaLife app, created and operated by Reef Guardians Hawaii. As a responsible app developer, we are committed to protecting the privacy and safety of children who use our app. COPPA imposes certain requirements on operators of websites and online services directed towards children under the age of 13 in the United States, or those operators who knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
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1. Collection of Personal Information:
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The Hawaii SeaLife app collects the following types of personal information from users, including children:
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Email address
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Name
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Profile photo
We collect this personal information solely for the purpose of providing users with a personalized and enhanced experience within the Hawaii SeaLife app. We do not collect any additional personal information from children beyond what is necessary to use the app's features.
2. Obtaining Verifiable Parental Consent:
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Prior to the collection of personal information from children under the age of 13, we require verifiable parental consent. Verifiable parental consent is essential to ensure that we have obtained authorization from a parent or guardian before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information from children.
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We employ reasonable measures to ensure that verifiable parental consent is obtained in a manner that is appropriate under the circumstances, such as using an online consent form, direct communication with a parent or guardian via phone or postal mail, or request a copy of a government-issued identification document for verification purposes.
If we are unable to obtain verifiable parental consent within a reasonable timeframe, we will delete the personal information collected from the child and restrict their access to features that require the collection of personal information.
3. Parental Rights:
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As a parent or legal guardian, you have the right to review, edit, or request the deletion of personal information that we have collected from your child. You may also refuse to allow any further collection or use of your child's personal information by contacting us using the contact information provided below.
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We will promptly respond to any such requests and take necessary actions to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
4. Information Security and Retention:
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We employ industry-standard security measures to protect the personal information collected from users, including children, against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
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We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this COPPA notice, or as required by law. Once the personal information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it.
5. Questions and Contact Information:
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If you have any questions, concerns, or inquiries related to children's privacy or COPPA compliance, please feel free to contact us using the following information:
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Robin Mazor
3737 Kaweonui Rd
Princeville, HI 96722
United States
We encourage you to review our full Privacy Policy to understand our data collection, use, and disclosure practices in detail.
By using the Hawaii SeaLife app, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with the terms outlined in this COPPA notice and our Privacy Policy.
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Reef Guardians Hawaii
3737 Kaweonui Rd
Princeville, HI 96722
United States