Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Policy
Last Updated June 26, 2024
KRKB is committed to protecting the privacy of children. We adhere strictly to COPPA guidelines to ensure a safe environment for all young readers.
The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is a US law designed to protect the privacy of children under the age of 13. At KRKB, we take these obligations very seriously.
Collection of Personal Information
KRKB does not knowingly collect Personal Identifiable Information (PII) such as full names, home addresses, or phone numbers from children under the age of 13. If a child under 13 wishes to use features of KRKB that require an account (like posting reviews or stories), they must do so with the supervision and consent of a parent or guardian.
We may collect a parent's email address solely for the purpose of providing notice and obtaining consent.
Use and Disclosure
We do not disclose personal information collected from children to third parties. Information collected is used solely for the internal operation of the website (e.g., maintaining the user account, moderating content).
Parental Consent
Before collecting any personal information from a child (such as a username and password for account creation), we require verifiable parental consent. This is typically done via email verification. By providing consent, parents agree to their child's use of KRKB services including writing reviews, taking quizzes, and participating in clubs.
Parental Rights
As a parent or guardian, you have the right to:
- Review the personal information we have collected from your child.
- Revoke your consent and refuse the further use or collection of personal information from your child.
- Request the deletion of your child's personal information.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@krkb.org. We may ask you to provide additional information to verify your identity as the parent.
Data Security
We have implemented appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online to prevent unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the correct use of information.
Changes to this COPPA Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify parents of any material changes in the way we treat personal information by placing a prominent notice on our website or by sending an email to the parent's email address on file.
Contact Information
If you have questions about our privacy practices or COPPA compliance, please contact us:
