The National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) has determined that TikTok make changes to better protect the data of children and adolescents. The decision results from an inspection process initiated in 2021, which enters a new phase with the measures announced this Monday.
The ANPD requests the end of the "feed without registration," allowing platform use only with age verification, and the strengthening of verification mechanisms and account deletion. TikTok has 10 business days to disable the feed without registration and 20 business days to implement the other measures. If the determinations are not followed, TikTok may face fines and new actions from the ANPD.
“Under the LGPD, the processing of personal data of children and adolescents must have the consent of a legal representative for minors under 18 years of age. Furthermore, Brazilian law does not override the Statute of Children and Adolescents, the same occurs in other countries that have their own legislation regarding the rights of children and adolescents,” explains Aline Deparis, CEO of Privacy Tools.
For Aline, protecting the privacy of children and adolescents is essential and as important as ensuring their physical safety. Born in a digital environment, one of the first challenges for parents and guardians is to provide education for the safe use of the internet. "A foundation of trust is necessary for our youth to safely enjoy the digital environment. This healthy development is essential so that both young people and their parents and guardians can have peace of mind when accessing the internet," he concludes.
