HootBoard

Last updated: September 02, 2025

At HootBoard, we are dedicated to fostering safe, connected, and engaged communities. Our commitment to child safety is paramount, and we strictly prohibit any form of child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) on our platform. This Child Safety Standards Policy outlines our measures to prevent and address child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and CSAE, ensuring a secure environment for all users across all platforms where HootBoard operates, including web, iOS, Android, and other services.

Overview

This policy applies to all HootBoard services, particularly those facilitating social interactions, regardless of the platform or whether the service targets children or is age-gated. We are committed to maintaining a safe community by implementing robust measures to prevent CSAE and CSAM, in alignment with global child safety standards, including the Tech Coalition’s Best Practices for Combating Online CSEA.

Definitions

  • Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE): Any content or behavior that sexually exploits, abuses, or endangers children, including but not limited to grooming, sextortion, trafficking, or other forms of sexual exploitation of a minor.
  • Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM): Any visual depiction, such as photos, videos, or computer-generated imagery, involving a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct. CSAM is illegal, and HootBoard prohibits its use, storage, or sharing on our platform.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

HootBoard does not knowingly collect or solicit information from users under 13 years of age, as outlined in our Privacy Policy. If we discover that a user under 13 has registered or shared information without parental consent, we will promptly delete such information. If you suspect any such activity, please contact us immediately at support@hootboard.com.

Policy Requirements

To ensure a safe environment, HootBoard implements the following measures across all platforms:

  • Published Child Safety Standards: We maintain a publicly accessible web resource detailing our policies and standards regarding CSAE and CSAM, available at HootBoard Child Safety Standards. This resource is: Functional and error-free. Clearly focused on CSAE and child safety. Linked to HootBoard’s identity as the developer and service provider. These standards are integrated into our help center, community guidelines, or terms of service, with clear navigation via anchor links.
  • We maintain a publicly accessible web resource detailing our policies and standards regarding CSAE and CSAM, available at HootBoard Child Safety Standards. This resource is: Functional and error-free. Clearly focused on CSAE and child safety. Linked to HootBoard’s identity as the developer and service provider.
  • Functional and error-free.
  • Clearly focused on CSAE and child safety.
  • Linked to HootBoard’s identity as the developer and service provider.
  • These standards are integrated into our help center, community guidelines, or terms of service, with clear navigation via anchor links.
  • In-Platform Reporting Mechanisms: HootBoard provides accessible mechanisms for users to report concerns about CSAE or CSAM directly within our platform, whether on web, mobile apps, or other services. These include: Direct reporting options via in-app chat or email to support@hootboard.com. Reports are reviewed promptly to ensure swift action on potential violations.
  • HootBoard provides accessible mechanisms for users to report concerns about CSAE or CSAM directly within our platform, whether on web, mobile apps, or other services. These include: Direct reporting options via in-app chat or email to support@hootboard.com.
  • Direct reporting options via in-app chat or email to support@hootboard.com.
  • Reports are reviewed promptly to ensure swift action on potential violations.
  • Action Against CSAM: Upon identifying CSAM, HootBoard takes immediate action in accordance with our published standards and applicable laws, including: Removal of CSAM content. Suspension or termination of accounts responsible for posting or sharing CSAM. Reporting to relevant authorities as required by law.
  • Upon identifying CSAM, HootBoard takes immediate action in accordance with our published standards and applicable laws, including: Removal of CSAM content. Suspension or termination of accounts responsible for posting or sharing CSAM. Reporting to relevant authorities as required by law.
  • Removal of CSAM content.
  • Suspension or termination of accounts responsible for posting or sharing CSAM.
  • Reporting to relevant authorities as required by law.
  • Designated CSAM Point of Contact: HootBoard maintains a designated point of contact for CSAM-related inquiries. This individual handles compliance questions and coordinates with external entities, such as platform providers or law enforcement. Contact details are available through our support channels at support@hootboard.com.
  • HootBoard maintains a designated point of contact for CSAM-related inquiries. This individual handles compliance questions and coordinates with external entities, such as platform providers or law enforcement. Contact details are available through our support channels at support@hootboard.com.

Compliance and Enforcement

HootBoard is committed to full compliance with all applicable regulations and platform-specific requirements, including but not limited to Google Play’s Child Safety Standards policy. We adhere to the following principles:

  • Timely Action: We promptly address any reported or detected violations of this policy.
  • Global Alignment: Our standards align with international norms, including the Tech Coalition Child Safety Standards. We encourage users and developers to consult legal advisors for regulatory compliance.
  • Enforcement: Non-compliance with this policy may result in account suspension, content removal, or other actions as deemed necessary to protect our community.

Integration with Privacy Policy

This Child Safety Standards Policy complements our existing Privacy Policy, particularly our commitment to not knowingly collect or solicit information from users under 13. Our data protection practices, including encryption and industry-standard security measures, further support our efforts to safeguard users from CSAE and CSAM.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or reports regarding this Child Safety Standards Policy, please contact us at support@hootboard.com. We welcome feedback to continuously improve our safety measures.

By using HootBoard, you agree to comply with this Child Safety Standards Policy and our Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our platform.