Safe Learning for Every Child
Your child's safety and privacy are our top priorities. Learn how The Smithy protects young learners with COPPA-compliant policies and ad-free experiences.
COPPA Compliant Platform
What is COPPA?
Understanding the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act
Parental Consent Required
Limited Data Collection
Parent Control
No Third Party Sharing
The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is a federal law designed to protect children under 13 from having their personal information collected online without parental consent.
Parental Consent Required
We must obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting any personal information from children under 13.
Limited Data Collection
We only collect information that's necessary for your child to participate in our educational activities.
Parent Control
Parents can review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child's personal information at any time.
No Sharing with Third Parties
We don't share your child's personal information with third parties without your explicit consent.
What Information We Actually Collect
Complete transparency about data collection for educational purposes
Data We Collect
- Child's first name or nickname (for personalization)
- Age range (to provide age-appropriate content)
- Learning progress and game scores (for educational tracking)
- Time spent on platform (for usage insights)
We NEVER Collect
- Last names, addresses, or phone numbers
- Photos or social media accounts
- Any personally identifiable information
- Credit card or financial information from children
How We Protect Your Family
Our comprehensive approach to child safety goes beyond compliance
Privacy by Design
Every feature is built with your child's privacy in mind. We collect only the minimum information needed for educational gameplay and never use it for commercial purposes.
Safe Communication
All communication features are moderated and age-appropriate. AI and human moderation in real-time, supervised discussions with NPCs and other players, automatic filtering of inappropriate content, and no private messaging between players.
Educational Focus
Our content is designed by educators for learning outcomes. Every game and activity supports curriculum standards while keeping children engaged and motivated.
Transparent Reporting
Parents receive regular updates on their child's progress and can access detailed reports on learning achievements and time spent on the platform.
Content Monitoring
All user-generated content is reviewed before publication. We use both automated systems and human moderators to ensure age-appropriate experiences.
Data Security
We use industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect all personal information. Data is stored securely and never shared without permission.
Complete Parent Control Dashboard
Stay informed and in control with comprehensive monitoring and settings
Real-time Monitoring
Full dashboard access to monitor your child's activity in real-time, with parent visibility into all child interactions and instant notifications of safety concerns or milestones.
Time & Content Controls
Set daily time limits with automatic break reminders, choose which features and content your child can access, and customize interaction settings based on your preferences.
Complete Data Control
Receive weekly progress reports on learning achievements, download or delete your child's data at any time, and pause or cancel account with immediate effect.
Why We're Completely Ad-Free
Your child's attention and privacy deserve protection from commercial interests
Focused Learning
Without ads, children can concentrate fully on educational activities without distracting commercial messages or inappropriate content interruptions.
Privacy Protection
Ads require tracking and data collection for targeting. By removing ads entirely, we eliminate a major source of privacy concerns for young users.
Age-Appropriate Environment
We maintain complete control over all content, ensuring every element supports educational goals and maintains child-friendly standards.
Simple Parent Approval Process
Getting started is easy and secure with our streamlined approval system
1
Create Parent Account
Sign up with your email and verify your parental status through our secure verification process.
2
Review Policies
Read our privacy policy, terms of service, and child safety guidelines at your own pace.
3
Provide Consent
Give explicit consent for your child's participation and specify any restrictions or preferences.
4
Child Account Setup
Create your child's account with minimal required information and customize their learning experience.
Trust & Transparency
Real feedback from families and our commitment to safety standards
What Parents Are Saying
"Finally, an educational platform that puts child safety first. The COPPA compliance gives me complete peace of mind, and my daughter loves the interactive learning games."
"As an educator and parent, I appreciate how The Smithy balances engagement with safety. The ad-free environment lets my son focus on learning without distractions."
"The transparency about data collection and the easy approval process made me comfortable letting my twins use the platform. They're learning so much!"
Safety Standards
✅ Current Compliance
- COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
- Industry-standard encryption and security measures
- Regular security audits and compliance reviews
🔄 Certifications in Progress
- kidSAFE Seal Program
- PRIVO Privacy Assured
- TRUSTe Children's Privacy Certification
- ESRB Privacy Certified
Have More Questions? We're Here to Help
Our family support team is ready to answer any questions about COPPA compliance or child safety