Child Safety Policy
bpm – sport & athletes dating
Published on Google Play by BPM
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
bpm – sport & athletes dating strictly prohibits any content or activity related to Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE). This includes, but is not limited to, Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), grooming, predatory behavior, and any other form of exploitation or abuse involving minors.
Any violation will result in immediate account termination and reporting to law enforcement authorities.
1. Commitment
bpm – sport & athletes dating is a dating application strictly reserved for adults. We take child safety extremely seriously and are committed to maintaining a platform that is completely free from any content related to Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE).
2. Age Restrictions
2.1 Minimum Age Requirement
- Use of bpm – sport & athletes dating is strictly prohibited for anyone under 18 years old
- All users must confirm they are at least 18 years old during registration
- Verification mechanisms are in place to prevent minors from accessing the app
2.2 Age Verification
bpm – sport & athletes dating implements verification processes to ensure all users are adults:
- Mandatory date of birth declaration during registration
- Cross-verification with connection data
- Automatic blocking of accounts reported as belonging to minors
3. Prohibited Content
bpm – sport & athletes dating strictly prohibits all content involving minors, including:
- Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) of any kind
- Photos, videos, or any visual content depicting minors
- Messages, descriptions, or conversations of a sexual nature involving minors
- Attempts to contact, solicit, or groom minors
- Any content that normalizes, encourages, or facilitates abuse of minors
- Any other form of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE)
4. In-App Reporting System
4.1 How to Report
bpm – sport & athletes dating provides multiple ways for users to report suspicious content or behavior directly within the app:
- Report button available on every user profile
- Report button available in every conversation
- "Report a safety issue" option in app settings
- Dedicated child safety email: [email protected]
4.2 Priority Reports
The following types of reports are treated with absolute priority:
- Suspicion that a user is a minor
- Any content related to Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE)
- Grooming or predatory behavior
- Sharing of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM)
4.3 Confidentiality
- All reports are handled confidentially
- Reporter identity is protected
- No retaliation is tolerated against users who report in good faith
5. Moderation Procedures
5.1 Report Processing
When content or an account is reported for violating our child safety policy:
- Immediate review: Reports related to CSAE are treated with absolute priority
- Preventive suspension: The account may be suspended during investigation
- Investigation: Our team examines the content and context
- Action: Appropriate measures taken within 24 hours
5.2 Sanctions
In case of confirmed violation:
- Immediate removal of inappropriate content
- Permanent ban of the account with no possibility of re-registration
- Reporting to authorities in accordance with applicable laws
6. Cooperation with Law Enforcement
6.1 Mandatory Reporting
We immediately report to competent authorities:
- Any Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM)
- Any Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE) content
- Any grooming or predatory attempts on minors
- Any information that could identify a child in danger
6.2 Authorities Contacted
Depending on jurisdiction:
- France: PHAROS and judicial authorities
- United States: NCMEC (National Center for Missing & Exploited Children)
- Local competent authorities based on incident location
6.3 Evidence Preservation
- Relevant data is preserved in accordance with legal requirements
- Full cooperation is provided with official investigations
- Information is transmitted in compliance with judicial procedures
7. Prevention and Detection
7.1 Team Training
- Our moderation team receives regular training on detecting inappropriate content
- Ongoing awareness of online predator tactics
- Procedure updates according to international best practices
7.2 Detection Technologies
bpm – sport & athletes dating uses:
- Automated systems to detect inappropriate content
- Filters to identify suspicious behavior
- Human moderation to validate critical reports
8. Legal Compliance
bpm – sport & athletes dating complies with all applicable laws regarding child protection, including:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- French child protection laws
- International regulations applicable in countries where the app is available
- Google Play Store and Apple App Store guidelines
9. Policy Updates
This policy is reviewed at least annually and updated as needed. Any substantial changes will be communicated to users.
Child Safety Contact
Dedicated Child Safety Email:
Subject line: [URGENT] Child Safety
Reports concerning child safety are treated with absolute priority, 7 days a week.
Help Resources
If you witness or are a victim of child abuse:
119 — Child Danger Hotline (France, free and confidential)
PHAROS — https://www.internet-signalement.gouv.fr
e-Enfance — 3018 (French national number for cyberbullying victims)
NCMEC — https://www.missingkids.org (USA)
bpm – sport & athletes dating is committed to maintaining a safe platform for all adults and actively protecting children from any risk of exploitation or abuse.
