The Federal Trade Commission has announced that it has sent letters to two foreign companies that market electronic devices and apps that appear to collect geolocation data from children, warning that the companies may be in violation of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule. The letters were sent to China-based Gator Group Co., Ltd., … Read more
On January 8, 2017 the FTC announced its first children’s privacy settlement involving Internet-connected toys. According to the Commission, electronic toy manufacturer VTech Electronics Limited and its U.S. subsidiary have agreed to settle charges that the company violated the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) by collecting personal information from children without providing direct notice … Read more
The Federal Trade Commission is providing additional guidance on how the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule applies to the collection of audio voice recordings by organizations covered by the law, which requires certain operators of commercial websites or online services to obtain parental consent before collecting personal information from children under 13. The FTC updated … Read more
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued new guidance documentation for businesses on how they can remain (or get) in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). COPPA has been in place for years now, but it is constantly being updated and expanded to help ensure children remain protected while using digital products and … Read more
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