Child Safety Standards

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Indiyoura is committed to protecting children and preventing child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) on our platform. We have zero tolerance for any content, behavior, or activity that harms children or exploits minors in any way.

1. Policies Against Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation

1.1 Zero Tolerance Policy

Indiyoura maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding:

• Child sexual abuse material (CSAM)
• Content that sexualizes minors
• Grooming or predatory behavior targeting minors
• Any form of child exploitation or trafficking
• Inappropriate contact between adults and minors

1.2 Prohibited Content and Behavior

The following are strictly prohibited on our platform:

• Sharing, uploading, or distributing any content depicting minors in a sexual manner
• Creating profiles that impersonate minors for harmful purposes
• Engaging in conversations or activities designed to exploit or harm minors
• Soliciting or attempting to solicit sexual content from minors
• Sharing personal information of minors without proper consent

2. Content Moderation Practices

2.1 Automated Detection

We employ automated systems and technologies to detect and prevent harmful content:

• Image and video scanning using industry-standard detection tools
• Automated content filtering for inappropriate keywords and phrases
• Pattern recognition for identifying grooming behaviors
• Age verification checks where applicable

2.2 Human Review

All reported content is reviewed by trained human moderators who:

• Assess reported content for violations of our safety policies
• Take immediate action on confirmed CSAM or exploitation
• Escalate serious cases to law enforcement authorities
• Maintain strict confidentiality and follow legal reporting requirements

2.3 Response Time

We prioritize child safety reports and aim to:

• Review urgent child safety reports within 24 hours
• Remove confirmed CSAM immediately upon detection
• Report to authorities within required legal timeframes

3. Reporting Mechanisms

3.1 In-App Reporting

Users can report child safety concerns directly within the Indiyoura app:

• Navigate to Settings → Report
• Select "Report Child Safety Concern"
• Choose the appropriate category:
  • Child sexual abuse material (CSAM)
  • Inappropriate content involving minors
  • Grooming or predatory behavior
  • Other child safety concerns
• Provide details and submit the report

3.2 Direct Contact

3.3 What Happens After Reporting

1. All reports are immediately reviewed by our safety team
2. Confirmed CSAM is removed immediately and reported to authorities
3. Accounts involved in child exploitation are permanently banned
4. We cooperate fully with law enforcement investigations
5. Reporters may receive updates on actions taken (while maintaining privacy)

4. Compliance with Laws and Regulations

4.1 Legal Compliance

Indiyoura complies with all relevant child safety laws and regulations, including:

• Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 (India)
• Information Technology Act, 2000 (India)
• International laws and conventions on child protection
• Regional and national reporting requirements

4.2 Reporting to Authorities

We maintain strict compliance with legal reporting obligations:

• All confirmed CSAM is reported to relevant law enforcement agencies
• We cooperate with investigations conducted by authorities
• We preserve evidence as required by law
• We report to both regional and national authorities as applicable

5. User Education and Prevention

5.1 Safety Guidelines

We provide users with safety guidelines including:

• How to recognize and report inappropriate behavior
• Information about online safety for minors
• Guidance for parents and guardians
• Resources for support and assistance

5.2 Age Restrictions

Indiyoura requires users to be at least 18 years of age to create an account. We take measures to verify age where possible and remove accounts found to be operated by minors.

6. Transparency and Accountability

6.1 Regular Reviews

We regularly review and update our child safety policies and practices to ensure they remain effective and compliant with evolving legal requirements.

6.2 Training

Our moderation team receives ongoing training on:

• Identifying child exploitation indicators
• Legal reporting requirements
• Handling sensitive content appropriately
• Supporting victims and their families

7. Contact Information

For General Support:

Please use the in-app Contact Us feature or visit our support page.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Child Safety Standards document periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or industry standards. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the document was last revised.