Pyaza Child Safety Standards Policy

Effective Date: February 23, 2025

1. Our Commitment to Child Safety

At Pyaza, protecting children in the digital space is fundamental to our mission and values. As a platform dedicated to emerging technologies and professional networking, we recognize our profound responsibility to create and maintain an environment where children and young people can safely engage with educational content and professional development opportunities while being protected from potential harm.

We believe that every child has the right to a safe, secure, and positive online experience. As an online platform, we recognize our responsibility to protect minors from the potential risks that exist in the digital world, including exploitation, harassment, abuse, and exposure to harmful content. We are dedicated to creating and maintaining an environment where children can engage, learn, and interact without fear of harm.

To uphold these values, Pyaza is committed to implementing and enforcing strict child protection measures, including proactive content moderation, advanced privacy controls, and user behavior monitoring. Our commitment extends beyond just policy enforcement—we actively work to educate users, empower parents and guardians, and collaborate with child safety organizations to continuously improve child protection standards across our platform.

Our key commitments to child safety include:

Preventing child exploitation, abuse, and harmful interactions by implementing robust safety protocols, AI-driven monitoring systems, and human oversight to detect and remove inappropriate content and behavior.
Providing a safe and moderated environment where children can interact responsibly and securely, free from harassment, bullying, or any form of exploitation.
Educating and empowering children, parents, and guardians by providing online safety resources, parental controls, and proactive notifications to ensure families have the knowledge and tools to protect minors on our platform.
Ensuring compliance with international child protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Age Appropriate Design Code (EU/UK), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) (USA), the Online Safety Act (UK), and the Digital Services Act (EU). Pyaza continuously updates its policies to align with global regulations to provide a legally compliant and child-friendly online space.
Collaborating with law enforcement agencies, child protection organizations, and safety advocates to identify, report, and take action against child predators and exploitative content. We have strict reporting protocols in place to escalate any violations to the appropriate authorities.

Pyaza has a zero-tolerance policy for child exploitation, grooming, harassment, and any activity that places minors at risk. Any user or entity found to be violating this policy will face immediate consequences, including account suspension, content removal, legal action, and, where necessary, notification of law enforcement.

Protecting children is a collective responsibility, and Pyaza is dedicated to working alongside parents, educators, and industry leaders to create a safer digital environment for young users. We urge all members of our community to stay vigilant, report concerns, and work together to maintain Pyaza as a secure and child-friendly platform.

2. Scope of This Policy

The Pyaza Child Protection Policy applies to all aspects of our platform and is designed to safeguard minors, parents, guardians, educators, and other users who interact with Pyaza. This policy defines who is responsible for upholding child safety standards, what types of interactions are covered, and how we ensure compliance across all areas of our services.

This policy applies to:

All Pyaza users – including minors, parents, guardians, and adults who engage with content or interact with children on the platform.
Pyaza employees, moderators, and administrators – individuals responsible for monitoring, enforcing, and updating safety measures to protect minors.
Third-party service providers – any external companies, partners, or advertisers providing services, content, or interactive features within the Pyaza ecosystem must comply with child protection laws and our internal guidelines.
Law enforcement agencies and child protection organizations – Pyaza actively collaborates with authorities and advocacy groups to investigate and prevent harm to children.

What This Policy Covers

This Child Protection Policy covers all interactions, behaviors, and content on Pyaza’s platform. Specifically, it addresses:

Content Guidelines: Restrictions on inappropriate, harmful, or exploitative content related to minors.
User Behavior: Expected standards for engaging with minors, private messaging restrictions, and prohibited actions that could endanger children.
Age Verification & Parental Controls: Implementation of account restrictions, parental supervision tools, and automatic protections for minors.
Reporting & Enforcement Measures: How Pyaza handles reports of child exploitation, investigates violations, and takes action against offenders.
Legal Compliance: Ensuring Pyaza aligns with global child protection regulations and laws, including GDPR, COPPA, and the Online Safety Act.

This policy applies across all areas of Pyaza, including:

User profiles, posts, comments, and messages.
Interactive features, forums, and groups where minors may engage.
Live streams, video content, and multimedia uploads.
Advertisements, third-party applications, and API integrations.

By enforcing this policy, Pyaza ensures that our platform remains a safe, respectful, and legally compliant space for minors. Users who violate this policy may face account suspension, content removal, or legal action, depending on the severity of the violation.

Every member of our community shares a responsibility to uphold child safety standards, and we encourage all users to report violations, engage responsibly, and support efforts to create a secure digital environment for young users.

3. Prohibited Content & Behavior

At Pyaza, we are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all users, especially minors. We have zero tolerance for any content, behavior, or activity that could harm, exploit, or endanger children. This policy is in place to ensure that Pyaza remains a child-friendly space where young users can interact, learn, and engage responsibly without exposure to harm.

The following content and behaviors are strictly prohibited on Pyaza and will result in immediate enforcement action, including content removal, account suspensions, bans, and, where applicable, reports to law enforcement agencies.

3.1 Child Sexual Exploitation & Abuse

Pyaza strictly prohibits any form of child sexual exploitation, grooming, abuse, or inappropriate interactions between adults and minors. This includes, but is not limited to:

Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM): Any image, video, text, or other media that depicts minors in sexualized or exploitative situations. Possession, distribution, or creation of CSAM is illegal and will be reported to law enforcement immediately.

Sexual Grooming: Any attempt by an adult to build a relationship with a minor with the intent of exploiting, manipulating, or coercing them into inappropriate activities. This includes engaging in inappropriate conversations, attempting to gain a child’s trust through deceptive behavior, or sending messages with sexual intent.

Solicitation of Minors: Any attempt to request, pressure, or coerce a minor into sharing explicit images, engaging in sexual conversations, or providing personal information for inappropriate purposes. Soliciting minors for any form of exploitation is strictly prohibited and will be reported to authorities.

Sexualized Depictions of Minors: Pyaza does not permit any content that sexualizes children, including AI-generated images, animations, illustrations, deepfake content, or fictional depictions that portray minors in a sexualized manner. Even non-explicit content that glorifies, promotes, or normalizes such depictions is strictly forbidden.

Inappropriate Adult-Minor Interactions: Direct communication between adults and minors must be professional and appropriate. Pyaza prohibits:

Sending inappropriate private messages or engaging in suggestive conversations with minors.
Attempting to move conversations to private platforms or off-site messaging apps to avoid detection.
Engaging in coercive behavior, emotional manipulation, or any form of inappropriate relationship-building with a minor.

Enforcement: Any user found engaging in child sexual exploitation will be permanently banned from Pyaza, reported to child protection organizations, and where applicable, law enforcement will be notified.

3.2 Harassment, Bullying & Emotional Abuse

Children should feel safe and respected when using Pyaza. Any form of harassment, cyberbullying, or emotional abuse that targets minors is strictly prohibited.

Cyberbullying: Pyaza prohibits threats, intimidation, humiliation, or public shaming of minors. This includes:

Sending harmful or offensive messages to minors in private chats or public posts.
Spreading false information or rumors intended to embarrass, harm, or defame a minor.
Targeted online harassment campaigns, group attacks, or coordinated bullying behavior against a specific minor or group of minors.

Doxxing (Exposure of Private Information): Sharing a minor’s personal or identifying information without consent is strictly prohibited. This includes posting or distributing:

Home addresses, phone numbers, school names, email addresses, or location details.
Photos or videos of minors without consent, especially if used to harass, embarrass, or endanger them.
Any form of digital stalking, tracking, or unauthorized monitoring of a minor’s online activity.

Encouragement of Self-Harm & Suicide: Pyaza prohibits any content that:

Glorifies, promotes, or encourages self-harm, eating disorders, or dangerous challenges that put children at risk.
Includes detailed descriptions, images, or guides on self-harming behaviors.
Attempts to coerce or manipulate a minor into engaging in self-harm, suicide pacts, or dangerous online challenges.

Radicalization & Extremism: We prohibit any efforts to recruit minors into extremist ideologies, gangs, or criminal activities. This includes:

Promoting extremist views or violent ideologies.
Encouraging minors to participate in illegal or high-risk activities.
Attempting to radicalize minors into hate groups, cults, or other dangerous movements.

Enforcement: Any reports of bullying, harassment, or coercion will be investigated immediately, and offending accounts may be restricted, suspended, or permanently banned. In cases of serious threats to a minor’s well-being, Pyaza will escalate cases to appropriate child safety authorities.

3.3 Exposure to Inappropriate Content

Minors using Pyaza should never be exposed to content that is graphic, violent, harmful, or inappropriate for their age group. To ensure a safe and child-friendly environment, Pyaza strictly prohibits the following:

Violent & Graphic Content:

Content depicting physical violence, abuse, torture, animal cruelty, or disturbing imagery.
Videos, images, or discussions that romanticize or glorify violent acts.
Harmful challenges or pranks that could cause physical injury to minors.

Drug & Substance Promotion:

Any content that encourages, promotes, or glorifies the use of illegal drugs, alcohol, vaping, or substance abuse.
Sharing instructions, methods, or resources on acquiring or using illegal substances.
Attempting to sell, distribute, or market drugs, tobacco, or alcohol products to minors.

Profanity & Hate Speech:

Using hate speech, racial slurs, or discriminatory language towards minors or any protected groups.
Encouraging hostility, exclusion, or violence against specific individuals or communities.
Using excessive profanity, explicit language, or inappropriate humor that is unsuitable for a minor-friendly platform.

Enforcement: Pyaza actively monitors content through AI-driven detection systems and human moderation teams. Content that violates these policies will be removed immediately, and repeat offenders may face permanent account bans.

Enforcement Actions for Violations

Pyaza takes swift and decisive action against any prohibited content or behavior that threatens child safety. If a violation is identified, Pyaza may take the following actions:

Immediate Content Removal: Any posts, images, videos, or messages that violate our child protection policy will be deleted immediately.

Account Warnings & Restrictions: Users responsible for minor violations may receive a warning, temporary account restrictions, or limitations on interactions.

Account Suspension or Permanent Ban: Severe or repeated violations will result in permanent removal from Pyaza. Users found guilty of child exploitation, grooming, or abuse will never be allowed back on the platform.

Law Enforcement Notification: If violations involve criminal activity, CSAM, solicitation of minors, or threats of violence, Pyaza will report offenders to law enforcement agencies and child protection organizations.

If you encounter any prohibited content or inappropriate behavior, report it immediately using Pyaza’s in-platform reporting tools.

4. Child Safety Features & Protections

At Pyaza, safeguarding children online is one of our highest priorities. We have implemented a multi-layered security approach to protect minors from inappropriate interactions, harmful content, and online threats. Our child safety features are designed to limit exposure to risks, enhance privacy, and enable parental control, ensuring that young users can navigate our platform in a secure and age-appropriate manner.

To maintain a child-friendly environment, Pyaza utilizes age verification measures, privacy protections, and a combination of AI-driven and human moderation systems. These features work together to proactively prevent exploitation, detect harmful content, and enforce our child protection policies.

4.1 Age Verification & Account Restrictions

To ensure that our platform is used responsibly by minors, Pyaza enforces strict age verification measures and access restrictions for younger users.

Minimum Age RequirementPyaza requires all users to be at least 18 years old to create an account, unless local regulations set a different legal age for online services. Users found to be underage without parental consent will have their accounts restricted or removed.

Limited Features for MinorsFor users who meet the minimum age requirement, Pyaza applies additional safeguards to their accounts, including:

No direct messaging from unknown adults – To protect minors from unwanted interactions, private messaging features are automatically restricted, allowing only approved contacts to communicate.
Restricted profile visibility – Minor accounts have enhanced privacy settings, preventing their profiles from appearing in search results or being accessible to unverified users.
Stronger content filtering – Pyaza applies stricter content controls to prevent minors from seeing age-inappropriate content, including violent, sexual, or misleading material.

Enforcement: Users who attempt to bypass age restrictions will have their accounts flagged for review, and if necessary, removed or suspended to comply with child protection laws.

4.2 Privacy & Parental Controls

Pyaza is designed with children's privacy in mind, ensuring that minors do not share unnecessary personal information and are protected from unwanted exposure. Our privacy controls and parental monitoring tools allow for greater oversight and proactive security.

Default Private AccountsAll accounts belonging to minors are automatically set to private, meaning:

Their personal information is not publicly visible.
Their content can only be seen by approved connections.
They do not appear in public searches or suggested users lists.

Parental Monitoring & ControlsTo empower parents and guardians, Pyaza provides optional parental monitoring tools that allow:

Managing a child’s privacy settings, including visibility controls, friend requests, and direct messaging permissions.
Viewing and approving content interactions, such as comments, group activity, and shared media.
Setting time limits on platform usage to encourage healthy digital habits.

Personal Data ProtectionsTo comply with child privacy laws and minimize risks, Pyaza automatically restricts sensitive data sharing for minors:

Location data is hidden by default, preventing unauthorized tracking.
Personal details such as phone numbers, email addresses, and school affiliations are not visible to the public.
Data collection is minimized, and Pyaza does not use children's data for targeted advertising.

Legal Compliance: These privacy protections align with international child protection laws, including GDPR (EU), COPPA (US), and the Online Safety Act (UK).

4.3 AI & Human Moderation

To maintain a safe environment, Pyaza employs a combination of advanced artificial intelligence and dedicated human moderators to monitor and remove harmful content before it spreads.

AI Content ScanningOur AI-driven moderation system continuously scans user-generated content, detecting:

Child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and explicit images.
Grooming behavior and predatory interactions in private messages.
Hate speech, violent content, and misleading information.
Attempts to share personal information, including doxxing.

AI scanning is designed to prevent harmful content from being shared in real-time, with immediate removal for detected violations.

Human Safety TeamsWhile AI is highly effective in content moderation, Pyaza recognizes that human oversight is necessary to evaluate context and intent. Our trained safety teams:

Review flagged content and investigate user reports for child endangerment.
Respond to urgent safety concerns, such as self-harm threats or grooming attempts.
Provide support and enforcement actions, including warnings, content removal, and user bans.

Proactive Monitoring & PreventionAt Pyaza we actively monitor and investigate suspicious activity to prevent harm before it occurs. Our proactive measures include:

Regular safety audits to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities.
Blocking known offenders—Pyaza works with child safety organizations to maintain a database of reported offenders, preventing them from using our platform.
Collaborating with law enforcement to report and track illegal activities involving minors.

If a child is suspected to be in immediate danger, Pyaza will work with relevant authorities to take swift action.

Why These Measures Matter

The digital safety of minors requires continuous innovation, vigilance, and proactive enforcement. Pyaza’s child safety features are designed to:

✔ Minimize the risk of exploitation and online harm.✔ Give parents and guardians more control over their child’s online presence.✔ Ensure compliance with international child safety laws.✔ Create a safe, positive online environment for minors.

These protections are continuously updated to adapt to emerging threats, and Pyaza remains committed to being a leader in child safety standards for online platforms.

If you have concerns about a minor’s safety on Pyaza, please report it immediately through our in-platform reporting tools or contact our support team.

5. Reporting & Enforcement

At Pyaza, we encourage all users to report any violations that could harm minors. Our reporting system allows users to flag harmful content, suspicious interactions, and inappropriate behavior so that our moderation team can take immediate action.

We understand that swift enforcement is necessary to prevent harm, which is why Pyaza has a dedicated child safety team that investigates reports, removes inappropriate content, and, where necessary, escalates serious cases to law enforcement agencies.

If you see something concerning, we urge you to report it immediately so that we can take action and ensure the safety of minors on our platform.

5.1 How to Report Harmful Content

Steps to Report a Violation

Click the "Report" button next to the content in question. You can find this button on posts, comments, messages, user profiles, or uploaded media.

Choose the reason for your report from the available options (e.g., grooming, child exploitation, harassment, bullying, hate speech, inappropriate content).

Provide additional details (if applicable). If the content involves immediate risk to a minor, describe why it is harmful so that our moderators can take urgent action.

Submit the report. Our moderation team immediately reviews flagged content, prioritizing cases involving minors, threats, or safety concerns.

Emergency Reporting: If you believe a child is in immediate danger, Pyaza urges you to contact your local law enforcement agency in addition to submitting a report. We work closely with child protection organizations to respond to urgent threats as quickly as possible.

5.2 Actions Pyaza May Take

When a report is submitted, Pyaza’s content moderation and child protection teams will thoroughly investigate the issue. Based on the severity of the violation, we may take the following enforcement actions:

Content RemovalIf content violates Pyaza’s child protection policies, it will be removed immediately. This applies to:

Posts, comments, or messages containing inappropriate or harmful content.
Images, videos, or links depicting child exploitation, abuse, or explicit material.
Accounts or groups promoting harmful activities related to child safety violations.

Account Suspension or BanPyaza will not tolerate users who engage in harmful behavior toward minors. Accounts that violate child protection guidelines may face:

Temporary restrictions for minor infractions, such as a content removal warning.
Full account suspension for repeated violations.
Permanent bans for severe offenses, such as attempted grooming, harassment, or repeated child safety violations.

Escalation to Law EnforcementCertain violations, such as child sexual exploitation, grooming, CSAM, or serious threats to minors, will be immediately escalated to law enforcement agencies.

Pyaza actively collaborates with law enforcement and child protection organizations to investigate and prevent exploitation.
If an account is found to be engaging in criminal behavior, we may preserve evidence, cooperate with investigations, and provide necessary details to authorities.

Pyaza’s Commitment to Law Enforcement Collaboration

We report all CSAM (Child Sexual Abuse Material) to international child protection agencies.We work with law enforcement to track offenders and protect victims.We proactively identify and prevent potential threats before harm occurs.

Users who violate child safety laws will be held accountable.

Why Reporting Matters

By reporting violations, you help Pyaza:✔ Protect minors from harm.✔ Prevent predators from engaging with children.✔ Maintain a respectful and safe community.✔ Support law enforcement in stopping online child exploitation.

Pyaza is committed to keeping our platform safe by empowering users to report violations, responding swiftly to threats, and working with authorities to proactively prevent exploitation.

If you witness or suspect any child endangerment, report it immediately. Together, we can protect our most vulnerable users and create a safer digital space for everyone.

6. Compliance with Child Protection Laws

Ensuring the safety and privacy of minors on Pyaza is not only a moral responsibility but also a legal obligation. We are fully committed to complying with international child protection regulations and continuously updating our policies to align with the latest legal requirements and best practices.

Pyaza recognizes the varying legal frameworks that govern child safety, online privacy, and data protection across different regions. As a result, we implement comprehensive measures to ensure that children’s rights, data, and digital well-being are safeguarded in compliance with global laws.

6.1 Key Regulations Governing Child Protection on Pyaza

Pyaza operates in accordance with the following major international child protection laws:

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Age Appropriate Design Code (EU/UK)The GDPR is one of the most stringent privacy laws in the world, providing robust protections for children's data. Under GDPR, Pyaza ensures that:

We implement age-appropriate privacy settings by default.
Personal data collected from minors is minimized, anonymized, or encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.
Users under 18 years old require parental consent before sharing personal data (as per EU member state regulations).
Pyaza adheres to the UK’s Age Appropriate Design Code, which mandates that digital services prioritize the best interests of children when processing their data.

Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) (USA)The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is a U.S. federal law designed to protect the personal data of children under the age of 13. In compliance with COPPA, Pyaza:

Restricts data collection from minors and requires verified parental consent before processing children’s personal information.
Implements strong privacy controls to limit minors’ exposure to advertising, data tracking, and personalized content.
Ensures that all collected information is stored securely and never sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

Online Safety Act (UK)The Online Safety Act is a UK regulation that protects children from harmful content and online exploitation. Under this law, Pyaza:

Prevents minors from accessing harmful or age-inappropriate content through strict moderation policies and content filters.
Monitors and removes online grooming behaviors through proactive AI detection and human oversight.
Provides age-appropriate experiences by ensuring that minors do not encounter adult content, violent material, or high-risk interactions.
Works closely with UK safety authorities to report illegal activity, including cases involving child exploitation.

Digital Services Act (EU)The Digital Services Act (DSA) establishes online safety and accountability measures for digital platforms operating within the EU. Pyaza complies with the DSA by:

Enforcing strict content moderation policies to remove illegal content that affects minors.
Providing clear and transparent reporting mechanisms for child safety concerns.
Implementing proactive risk assessments to ensure child-friendly platform design and reduce exposure to harm.
Complying with transparency requirements to provide detailed records of enforcement actions against harmful content.

6.2 Continuous Improvement & Legal Adaptation

Child protection laws are constantly evolving, and Pyaza is committed to staying ahead of regulatory changes.

7. Contact & Support

If you need to report an issue or seek guidance, contact our Child Protection Team.

Email: [email protected]

Immediate Danger & Law Enforcement Escalation
If you believe a child is in immediate danger or facing serious harm, please contact your local law enforcement agency before reaching out to Pyaza. While we will take action against violations, urgent cases involving child exploitation, abuse, or threats to physical safety should be reported directly to authorities for immediate intervention.

8. Policy Review & Updates

Pyaza regularly updates this policy to reflect new regulations and improve safety measures.

📌 Last Updated: 23/02/2025

Users will be notified of any significant changes to this policy.