Introduction

At inStories, the safety and well-being of our users, especially minors, are of utmost importance. This policy outlines the measures we take to ensure a safe environment on our platform, which is designed exclusively for users aged 12 and above. This document complies with the Google Play Store's child safety guidelines and relevant regulations.

Eligibility and Age Restrictions

1. Age Requirement:
   inStories is designed for users aged 12 years and above. By creating an account, users confirm that they meet this age requirement.

2. Prohibited Content for Children:
   Content specifically targeting children or likely to attract their attention is strictly prohibited on inStories. This includes but is not limited to:

   • Content featuring children’s characters, cartoons, or animations.

   • Content promoting products, games, or services designed for children.

   • Stories, images, or videos that are appealing primarily to children.

Content Moderation and Restrictions

1. News and Information Only:
   inStories exclusively allows the sharing of news and informational content. Entertainment, advertisements, or content unrelated to news or information that could attract underage users are strictly monitored and removed.

2. Prohibited Content:
   Content promoting harmful, abusive, or inappropriate material is strictly prohibited. This includes:

   • Sexualized content.

   • Violence or graphic depictions.

   • Misinformation or fake news targeting minors.

Account Verification and Reporting

1. Account Creation:
   All users must provide accurate age details during registration. Accounts found to belong to users under 12 years of age will be removed promptly.

2. Reporting Mechanism:
   Users can report inappropriate content or suspected underage accounts directly through our in-app reporting tools or by contacting [support@instories.in]. These reports are reviewed within [15 days].

Data Privacy and Protection

1. Limited Data Collection:
   inStories does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 12 years of age. If we discover that such data has been inadvertently collected, we will delete it promptly.

2. Parental Requests:
   Parents or guardians may request account removal or data deletion for their child by contacting us at [support@instories.in].

Safety Tools and Resources

1. Parental Guidance:
   We encourage parents and guardians to monitor their child’s activity and ensure that they comply with the platform’s age requirements.

2. User Education:
   Our platform provides educational resources to help users identify and report inappropriate content or behavior.

Compliance and Updates

This policy is designed in compliance with:

• Google Play Store Content Policies

• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

We reserve the right to update this policy as needed to comply with new regulations or enhance user safety. Users will be notified of significant changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Child Safety Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [support@instories.in]