Child Safety Standards

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Hovarda is for adults aged 18 and over only. Any content involving minors or aimed at exploiting them is strictly prohibited and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy.

1. Our Commitment

Hovarda is fully compliant with the Google Play Child Safety Standards Policy. We strictly prohibit Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE) content, imagery that objectifies minors, and any inappropriate communication between adults and minors.

2. Prohibited Content and Behavior

Any visual, textual, or audio content that sexualizes children (CSAM/CSAE).
Profile creation or registration by individuals under 18.
Sexually explicit communication between adults and minors (grooming).
Any content related to commercial exploitation of children, prostitution, or human trafficking.
Sharing or disclosing the identities of minors.

3. Preventive Measures

Age verification: date of birth/age is required during registration. Sign-ups under 18 are blocked.
Content moderation: uploaded profile photos go through automated scanning and human review.
Keyword filters: the messaging system flags patterns associated with grooming and abuse.
Reporting mechanism: a "Report" button is available next to every profile and message. Reports are reviewed with priority.

4. Reporting Mechanism

If you encounter content or behavior that violates CSAE or child safety, please report it immediately through the following channels:

The Report button next to the relevant profile/message in the app.
Email: childsafety@hovardaapp.com
For emergencies, contact local law enforcement and Internet Watch Foundation or NCMEC CyberTipline.

5. Action and Enforcement

Accounts found to violate CSAE or child safety standards will:

Be terminated immediately and irreversibly.
Have related content reported to competent authorities (NCMEC, Interpol, local law enforcement).
Receive full cooperation in any legal proceedings.

6. Child Safety Officer (Point of Contact)

Pursuant to the Google Play Child Safety Standards Policy, our official point of contact for child safety matters is:

Contact: Hovarda Child Safety Team
Email: childsafety@hovardaapp.com
Response time: within 24 hours for urgent reports.

7. Legal Compliance

Hovarda complies with all applicable local and international child protection laws, including but not limited to:

Google Play Child Safety Standards Policy.
The provisions of the Turkish Penal Code regarding sexual abuse of children.
The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
U.S. KOSA and PROTECT Act, EU Digital Services Act (DSA).

8. Policy Updates

These standards are reviewed regularly and updated in response to evolving threats. The latest version is always published on this page.