Your Child's Online Safety is Our Top Priority!
At FeatherPaw Games, we understand that entrusting your child's online experience to us is a big decision. That's why we're absolutely committed to creating a safe, secure, and privacy-respecting environment where education and fun can flourish without worry. We believe in transparent practices and putting parents in control.
Last Updated: October 26, 2023
Our Promise: Your Child's Privacy Comes First
At FeatherPaw Games, the digital well-being of children is at the heart of everything we do. Our design philosophy centers around minimal data collection, robust security, and clear communication with parents. We adhere to the highest standards of child privacy protection, including strict compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), ensuring a secure and joyful learning environment for every child.
- COPPA Compliant: We strictly adhere to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable children's privacy laws, designing our games with compliance embedded from the ground up.
- Minimal Data Collection: We only collect data that is absolutely necessary for the game's functionality and to enhance your child's learning experience, and always with parental consent where required.
- Robust Security: Your child's data, limited as it is, is protected by strong encryption and vigilant security measures, regularly audited to meet industry best practices.
- Parental Control & Transparency: Parents have the right to access, review, and request the deletion of their child's information at any time. We believe in complete transparency regarding our data practices.
What Information We Collect and Why
Our commitment to minimal data collection means we thoughtfully consider every piece of information we gather. The primary goal is to provide a seamless, engaging, and educational experience for your child while safeguarding their privacy. We differentiate between anonymous data, used for improving our games, and identifiable information, which is only collected with your explicit parental consent.
We collect aggregated, anonymous data about how our games are used, such as which levels are played most, completion rates, and technical performance information (e.g., crash reports). This data is completely anonymized and cannot identify any individual child. It helps us improve game performance, fix bugs, and understand how children learn best, making future updates even better.
If you contact our support team or sign up for parent updates, we may collect your email address. This information is used solely for communication purposes and to respond to your inquiries. We will never use this information to contact your child directly or share it with third parties for marketing purposes. Parental consent is explicitly obtained for any identifiable information related to the child, if such information were ever to be collected for specific, beneficial features.
FeatherPaw Games does not allow third-party behavioral advertising within our apps. We do not use persistent identifiers (like device IDs) to track children across different applications or websites for advertising purposes. Our apps are designed for learning and play, free from commercial distractions directed at children.
How We Keep Your Information Safe
Security is paramount to us. We employ a multi-layered approach to protect any data we hold, ensuring it meets and exceeds industry standards. Our infrastructure is built with security in mind, from data encryption to strict access controls.
Encryption in Transit & Rest
All data is encrypted both when it’s being sent over the internet (in transit) and when it’s stored on our secure servers (at rest).
Access Controls & Training
Only authorized personnel with specific needs have access to data, and all employees undergo regular privacy and security training.
Regular Audits & Assessments
We conduct frequent security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration tests by independent third parties to identify and address potential weaknesses.
Your Rights as a Parent
As a parent, you have full control over the information we may hold related to your child. We respect your right to make informed decisions and provide straightforward ways to exercise these rights.
Access & Review Information
You have the right to request access to any personal information we may have collected from your child, if any, and review it.
Request Deletion
You can request that we delete any personal information collected from your child. We will promptly comply with verified requests.
Withdraw Consent
You can withdraw your parental consent for the collection and use of your child's information at any time, which will cease further collection.
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Compliance
FeatherPaw Games is developed and marketed with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA) firmly in mind. We are dedicated to transparent practices for children under 13 years of age, ensuring their online experience is safe and educational.
- Age Gate For users under 13, we implement age gates and secure parental consent mechanisms before collecting any personal information.
- Limited Data We strictly limit the data collected from children to what is necessary for the game's function, never for behavioral advertising.
- Parental Notice Parents are provided clear notice about our data practices before any collection occurs.
- Secure Storage All data is stored securely and is never shared or sold to third parties for marketing.
- Regular Review Our policies and practices are regularly reviewed by legal counsel to ensure ongoing COPPA compliance.
Our commitment extends beyond just meeting the letter of the law; we strive to embody its spirit by continuously prioritizing the well-being and privacy of young players.
Staying Current and Getting Help
We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of privacy. This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review it periodically. Significant changes will be communicated prominently.
Questions or Concerns? We're Here to Help!
Your peace of mind is important to us. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our team in Austin is ready to assist you.
- Email: hello@featherpawgames.com
- Phone: (512) 677-9432
- Address: 3820 Juniper Pass, Suite 210, Austin, TX, 78704, United States