FTCFinal Rule

Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule

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Summary

This FTC rule strengthens protections for children's privacy online by limiting how companies can collect, use, and share personal information from kids under 13. The rule helps keep children safer on the internet by requiring parental consent before companies gather data and restricting how that information can be used.

Key Points

  • 1Companies must get clear permission from parents before collecting personal information from children under 13
  • 2Children's data cannot be sold or shared with third parties without parental approval
  • 3Companies must be transparent about what information they collect and how they use it
  • 4The rule applies to websites, apps, and online services that knowingly collect data from children
  • 5Companies that violate the rule can face significant fines and legal penalties

Key Dates

Published

April 22, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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