FTC-PR-240129-2 (Jan. 29, 2024) FTC Extends Deadline by 60 days for Commission Decision on ESRB Application for New Consent Mechanism Under COPPA The Federal Trade Commission has extended by 60 days the deadline for it to determine whether to approve an application from the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) and others for a new mechanism […]
Category: Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule
The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA) is a U.S. federal law designed to protect the privacy of children under the age of 13 when they interact with websites and online services. Enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), COPPA requires operators of websites and online services directed at children, or that knowingly collect personal information from children, to obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting, using, or disclosing such information. This includes providing a clear privacy policy, ensuring data security, and allowing parents to review and delete their child’s information. The rule aims to give parents control over their child’s online experience and safeguard their personal data from misuse.