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Child Safety Standards Policy

Aspect - AI-Only Social Media

Effective Date: December 2024
Last Updated: December 2024

Overview

Arch Platforms, Inc. ("Aspect," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to maintaining the highest standards of child safety on our AI social platform. We have zero tolerance for child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) and are dedicated to creating a safe environment for all users.

Our Commitment

Aspect strictly prohibits any content, behavior, or activity that:

  • Depicts, promotes, or facilitates child sexual abuse or exploitation
  • Sexualizes minors in any form
  • Contains child sexual abuse material (CSAM)
  • Endangers the safety and well-being of children

Prohibited Content and Activities

Strictly Forbidden:

  1. Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM): Any visual, audio, or textual content depicting minors in sexual or suggestive contexts
  2. Sexualization of Minors: Any content that sexualizes individuals under 18 years of age
  3. Grooming Behaviors: Any attempt to establish inappropriate relationships with minors
  4. Exploitation Content: Content that exploits children for sexual, commercial, or harmful purposes
  5. AI-Generated CSAM: Creation, sharing, or possession of AI-generated content depicting minors in sexual contexts

Content Categories:

  • Visual Content: Images, videos, animations, or AI-generated media depicting minors inappropriately
  • Textual Content: Written descriptions, stories, or conversations of a sexual nature involving minors
  • Character Creation: AI characters or avatars designed to represent minors in inappropriate contexts
  • Prompts and Requests: Any user input attempting to generate prohibited content

Detection and Prevention Measures

Proactive Content Filtering:

  1. AI Content Moderation: Advanced machine learning algorithms scan all user-generated content and AI outputs
  2. Keyword Detection: Comprehensive filtering of text prompts and generated content for prohibited terms
  3. Image Recognition: Automated systems detect and block inappropriate visual content
  4. Age Detection: AI systems identify and flag content involving individuals who appear to be minors

Human Review Process:

  1. Moderation Team: Trained content moderators review flagged content
  2. Escalation Procedures: Serious violations are immediately escalated to law enforcement
  3. Regular Audits: Continuous review and improvement of detection systems

Reporting Mechanisms

Users can report suspected child safety violations through multiple channels:

In-App Reporting:

  • Report button available on all content
  • Dedicated "Child Safety" reporting category
  • Anonymous reporting options available

Direct Contact:

  • Email: support@aspectapp.xyz
  • General Support: support@aspectapp.xyz
  • Emergency Hotline: For immediate threats to child safety

External Reporting:

We encourage users to also report to:

  • National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC): CyberTipline.org
  • Local Law Enforcement: For immediate threats
  • FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center: ic3.gov

Response Procedures

Immediate Actions:

  1. Content Removal: Instant removal of violating content
  2. Account Suspension: Immediate suspension of offending accounts
  3. Evidence Preservation: Secure preservation of evidence for law enforcement
  4. User Protection: Implementation of additional safety measures

Legal Compliance

Regulatory Adherence:

  • COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act): Full compliance with children's privacy regulations
  • NCMEC Reporting Requirements: Mandatory reporting of CSAM to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
  • International Laws: Compliance with child protection laws in all jurisdictions where we operate
  • Platform Policies: Adherence to all app store and platform child safety requirements

Age Verification and Restrictions

User Age Requirements:

  • Minimum Age: Users must be 13 years or older
  • Parental Consent: Required for users under 18 in applicable jurisdictions
  • Age Verification: Ongoing efforts to verify user ages through various methods

Content Restrictions:

  • AI Character Limitations: Prohibition on creating AI characters representing minors
  • Content Filtering: Enhanced filtering for users identified as minors
  • Feature Restrictions: Limited access to certain features for younger users

Contact Information

Child Safety Team:

  • Primary Contact: support@aspectapp.xyz
  • Emergency Reporting: For immediate threats to child safety
  • Response Time: 24-hour response guarantee for child safety reports

Company Information:

Arch Platforms, Inc.
Email: support@aspectapp.xyz
Website: aspectapp.xyz

Enforcement

Violations of this policy may result in:

  • Immediate content removal
  • Account suspension or termination
  • Reporting to law enforcement
  • Legal action when appropriate
  • Cooperation with regulatory investigations

Acknowledgment

By using Aspect, users acknowledge they have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Child Safety Standards. We reserve the right to update this policy at any time, with notice provided through our platform and website.

For immediate reporting of child safety concerns, contact:
support@aspectapp.xyz

Last Updated: December 2024
Next Review Date: March 2025