Children's Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 15, 2024

1. Scope & Eligibility

The Daily Pulse news platform, including all associated websites, mobile applications, newsletters, and digital services, is intended for a general audience aged 13 and older. By using our services, you confirm that you are at least 13 years of age. If you are under 13, you may only use our services with the active involvement and supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

2. Information We Do Not Collect from Children

Out of an abundance of caution and strict compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and applicable global privacy laws, The Daily Pulse does not knowingly collect, solicit, or use personal information from anyone under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. This includes:

• Names, addresses, or direct contact information
• Account registration or subscription details
• Comments, forum posts, or user-generated content
• Precision geolocation or persistent identifiers
• Audio, video, or photo recordings

If we discover that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take immediate steps to delete such information from our servers and halt any further collection.

3. Parental Rights & Controls

Parents and legal guardians have the right to:

1. Review the personal information collected from their child
2. Delete their child’s personal information from our systems
3. Refuse further collection or use of their child’s information
4. Unsubscribe from any newsletters or communications

To exercise these rights, please contact our Privacy Team using the information provided below. We will respond to verifiable parental requests within 45 days and may require reasonable verification of your identity and guardianship before taking action.

4. Educational & Supervised Use

We welcome the use of The Daily Pulse for educational purposes. Teachers, parents, and guardians may use our news content to support learning, media literacy, and digital citizenship. When used under adult supervision, we recommend enabling browser privacy controls, using ad-blockers, and disabling third-party tracking to further protect young users.

5. Third-Party Links & Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or advertisements. The Daily Pulse is not responsible for the privacy practices of these external entities. We strongly encourage parents to monitor their children’s online activities and educate them about safe internet practices.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Children’s Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our business practices. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage parents and guardians to review this policy periodically.