Children's Online Privacy
The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) requires businesses to follow specific rules and regulations when collecting online data from children. The Rule applies to any commercial website or online service directed toward or collecting information from children under the age of 13.
The Federal Trade Commission offers several publications providing guidance to online businesses writing a COPPA compliant policy.
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule : How to Comply
The Federal Trade Commission staff prepared this guide to help you comply with the new requirements for protecting children's privacy online and understand the FTC's enforcement authority.
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule : Drafting a COPPA Compliant Policy
Provides guidance to online business on writing a COPPA compliant policy.
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule : Questions and Answers
These FAQs are intended to supplement the compliance materials available on the FTC's website. - Children' Privacy Checklist
Provides a COPPA checklist for website owners.
Related Resources
- Kidz Privacy
Info for kids, teachers, business owners and parents on how to protect children's privacy online - FTC Privacy Initiatives
This guide explains the importance protecting and securing personal information.
Federal Contacts
Got a Question? Talk to a Real Person
- Donald Clark
Secretary
Office of General Counsel
Phone: 202-326-2514
TTY/TTD: 866-653-4261
Email: dclark@ftc.gov - Christian White
General Counsel for Legal Counsel
Office of General Counsel
Phone: 202-326-2476
TTY/TTD: 866-653-4261
Email: cwhite@ftc.gov