Child Safety

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1. Our Commitment to Child Safety

UniLyf is committed to creating a safe online environment for all users, with special attention to protecting minors. We have zero tolerance for any content or behavior that exploits, harms, or endangers children. This policy outlines our commitment to child safety and the measures we take to protect young users on our platform.

2. Age Requirements

UniLyf is designed exclusively for university students, staff, and alumni. Our platform has the following age requirements:

  • Minimum Age: Users must be at least 18 years old to create an account

  • Verification: We verify users through university email addresses

  • Account Termination: Accounts found to belong to users under 18 will be immediately terminated

  • No Child-Directed Features: Our platform is not designed for or directed at children under 18

3. Prohibited Content & Behavior

The following content and behaviors are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate account termination and reporting to authorities:

  • Child sexual abuse material (CSAM) of any kind

  • Content that sexualizes or exploits minors

  • Grooming behavior or attempts to contact minors inappropriately

  • Sharing personal information of minors without consent

  • Bullying, harassment, or threats directed at minors

  • Any content promoting harm to children

4. Detection & Prevention Measures

We employ multiple layers of protection to detect and prevent child exploitation:

  • Content Moderation: Automated systems and human moderators review reported content

  • PhotoDNA: We use industry-standard hash-matching technology to detect known CSAM

  • Age Verification: University email verification ensures users are of appropriate age

  • Behavior Analysis: We monitor for suspicious patterns that may indicate grooming or exploitation

  • Regular Audits: We conduct regular safety audits of our platform

5. Reporting Violations

If you encounter any content or behavior that violates this policy, please report it immediately:

  • In-App Reporting: Use the report button on any content or profile

  • Email: Send reports to support@unilyf.co.uk

  • Emergency: For immediate threats, contact local law enforcement

All reports are treated confidentially and investigated promptly. You can report anonymously.

6. Law Enforcement Cooperation

UniLyf fully cooperates with law enforcement agencies worldwide in investigating crimes against children:

  • We report all CSAM discoveries to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)

  • We comply with local child protection laws in all jurisdictions where we operate

  • We preserve evidence and provide information as required by law

  • We work with law enforcement and child protection agencies globally

7. Safety Education & Resources

We believe in empowering our community with knowledge about online safety:

  • Safety Tips: Regular safety reminders and educational content for users

  • Parental Resources: Information for parents about online safety

  • Support Services: Links to professional help and counseling services

If you or someone you know has been a victim of online exploitation, please contact your local law enforcement or child protection services.

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