Principle 8
Do not misuse children’s data
“Respect the data you get, and let me know who will have access.”
(Gerben and Mark, 11 years old, Netherlands)
- Do not collect or store any unnecessary data from children.
- Set a high bar for what data is essential to gather.
- Help children and care givers to keep control over children’s data. Give them choices about what data to share and why, and let them know how their data will be used.
- Do not monetize, share or sell children’s personal data to other parties.
- Demonstrate care for children by respecting their data and right to privacy.
Links to the UN Rights of the Child:
The Right to Privacy
RESOURCES: Safety & Sustainability
Here you can find selected resources to learn more about designing for safety and sustainability.
The Children’s Code Design Guidance (pdf)
Children’s Code: Additional Resources (website)
Risky by Design (website)
How Digital Design Puts Children at Risk (pdf) or Summary (pdf)
The Role of Digital Technologies in Relation to Children’s Well-being (website & video)
The Good Childhood Report (website)
D4CR principles
Design for Play & Learning
4. Allow and support exploration
5. Encourage children to play with others
6. Create a balanced environment
Design for Safety & Sustainability
7. Keep children safe and protected
8. Do not misuse children’s data
9. Help children recognise and understand commercial activities
10. Design for future