Sisterly

Child Safety Standards

Last updated: January 1, 2026

Sisterly is committed to creating a safe environment for all users and takes a zero-tolerance approach to child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE). This page outlines our standards, policies, and mechanisms for protecting children and preventing harm.

Zero Tolerance Policy

Sisterly has a zero-tolerance policy for child sexual abuse and exploitation. Any content, behavior, or activity that violates child safety laws will result in immediate account termination, reporting to law enforcement, and full cooperation with authorities.

1. Standards Against Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation

Prohibited Content and Behavior

Any content depicting, describing, or promoting child sexual abuse or exploitation
Sexualized content involving minors or individuals who appear to be minors
Grooming behaviors or attempts to establish inappropriate relationships with minors
Sharing, soliciting, or distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM)
Any communication or content that targets or exploits minors

Age Verification and Restrictions

Sisterly is restricted to users aged 18 and older
We implement age verification measures during account creation
Users must provide accurate age information and verify their identity
Any attempt to misrepresent age or create accounts for minors is strictly prohibited

Content Moderation

Automated systems scan for potentially harmful content
Human moderators review reported content and suspicious activity
All user-generated content is subject to review
Content that violates our standards is immediately removed

2. In-App User Feedback and Reporting

Sisterly provides multiple mechanisms for users to report concerns, inappropriate behavior, or potential child safety violations:

In-App Reporting

Users can report suspicious behavior, inappropriate content, or safety concerns directly through the app using our reporting feature accessible from any profile or message.

Emergency Reporting

For immediate threats to child safety, users can access emergency reporting options that prioritize urgent cases and ensure rapid response.

Anonymous Reporting

Users can submit reports anonymously if they prefer, ensuring their safety while reporting concerns.

Response Time

All reports are reviewed within 24 hours, with urgent child safety reports prioritized for immediate review and action.

3. Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) Prevention and Response

Detection and Removal

Automated detection systems scan all uploaded content for known CSAM using industry-standard hashing technology
Any detected CSAM is immediately removed and the account is permanently banned
All CSAM cases are reported to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) and relevant law enforcement
We maintain zero tolerance and take immediate action on any CSAM-related content

Cooperation with Authorities

Sisterly fully cooperates with law enforcement agencies, child protection organizations, and regulatory bodies in investigations related to child safety violations. We preserve evidence and provide necessary information to support legal proceedings.

We are committed to transparency and accountability in our efforts to combat child sexual abuse and exploitation.

4. Compliance with Child Safety Laws

Sisterly complies with all applicable child safety laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

International Laws

United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child
International child protection standards

Regional Compliance

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) - European Union
COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) - United States
National child protection laws in all jurisdictions where we operate

Platform Standards

Google Play Child Safety Standards
Apple App Store Child Safety Guidelines
Tech Coalition best practices for Combating Online CSEA

5. Child Safety Point of Contact

Contact Our Child Safety Team

For child safety concerns, reports, or questions about our child protection policies, please contact our dedicated Child Safety team:

Email:

hello@sisterly.app

Subject Line:

Please use "Child Safety Concern" in your subject line for priority handling

Response Time:

All child safety reports are reviewed and responded to within 24 hours

Emergency: If you believe a child is in immediate danger, please contact your local law enforcement immediately. Do not wait for a response from our team.