Welcome to TeenThreads — Where Teen Voices Matter

Connect. Learn. Thrive.

About TeenThreads

TeenThreads was created to serve one powerful purpose: to give teens a place where they are safe, heard, supported, and inspired. TeenThreads is more than a website or an app — it’s a movement built for you.

The world teens are growing up in today is fast, loud, confusing, and often overwhelming. Between academic pressure, social media influence, mental health challenges, identity questions, and future uncertainty, young people are carrying more weight than ever before. TeenThreads exists to help carry that weight with them.

We are building a complete digital ecosystem — powered by learning, creativity, wellness, health, and connection — so teens can grow with confidence and direction. From TeenLearn and TeenWell to TeenCreate, TeenHealth, and TeenGames, everything we design is centered on real teen life and real teen needs.

This isn’t just a platform. It’s a support system for the next generation. This is:
Your space.
Your voice. 
Your future.

We created TeenThreads because being a teen today isn’t easy.
You’re growing fast. You’re thinking big. You’re facing pressure from school, social media, relationships, expectations, and the world around you — and too often, your voice gets ignored.

Here, it doesn’t.

TeenThreads is the internet for teens — reimagined.
A safe, exciting, and empowering place where teens can connect, learn, create, grow, and become the best version of themselves.

Whether you’re figuring out who you are, what you want to become, or how to handle everything in between, you belong here.

Built for Teens. Backed by Adults Who Care.

TeenThreads is proudly non-judgmental, supportive, and protective.
We work closely with parents, teachers, counselors, health professionals, and youth advocates to make sure this space stays safe, positive, and empowering — always.

Our platform includes powerful safety tools, strong moderation, and continuous feedback from the people who understand teens best… including you.

Because your future matters.
And your voice matters now.

What’s Coming: The TeenThreads App

TeenThreads will grow into a full ecosystem built around teen life:

• TeenLearn — smart learning tools, study help, and skill building
• TeenWell — mental health, confidence, and emotional wellness
• TeenHealth — real health info made simple and relatable
• TeenCreate — creativity, art, writing, and self-expression
• TeenGames — fun, connection, and positive community energy

All designed around one mission:
to help you connect, grow, and thrive — safely.

This Is Your Story

From real teen experiences and myth-busting facts to creative ideas and trending conversations, every thread on TeenThreads connects to something bigger:

Your journey.

We don’t tell you who to be.
We help you discover it.

Welcome to TeenThreads —
where your future begins, one thread at a time.

Supporting Mental Health

A Message to Teens

You matter more than your grades.
More than your followers.
More than your mistakes.

Asking for help is strength.
Talking about your feelings is strength.
Taking care of your mind is strength.

Your story is still being written — and it is worth protecting.

A Message to Parents, Educators & Counselors

TeenThreads is committed to supporting your work in protecting and guiding young people. We welcome collaboration, feedback, and partnership to strengthen youth mental health and resilience.

Together, we can make growing up safer, healthier, and more hopeful.

TeenThreads Terms of Service 

Effective Date: 1st Jan., 2026 

By accessing or using TeenThreads, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the platform.

1. Eligibility & Age Requirements

TeenThreads is designed to support teens and adolescents in a safe and responsible environment.

• Users must be at least 16 years old to create and independently manage an account.
• Users aged 13–15 may only use TeenThreads if a parent or legal guardian creates and manages the account on their behalf.
• Users under 13 are not permitted to use TeenThreads.

These requirements exist to protect young people and comply with youth-safety and privacy laws.

2. User Responsibilities

All users agree to:

• Follow Community Guidelines
• Treat others with respect
• Use TeenThreads safely and lawfully
• Protect their account credentials

3. Content Ownership & Use

Users retain ownership of their content.
By posting, users grant TeenThreads permission to host and display content within the platform.

4. Safety, Enforcement & Parental Partnership

TeenThreads prioritizes the safety and well-being of all users.

For accounts belonging to users aged 13–15, parents and legal guardians are recognized as essential partners in protection and guidance. Parents and guardians have the right to:

• Access and review their child’s account activity
• Help manage privacy and safety settings
• Monitor interactions when concerns arise
• Request content review or moderation support
• Initiate temporary suspension or permanent account closure when they believe it is in their child’s best interest

TeenThreads may remove content, restrict features, suspend, or permanently close accounts that violate these Terms or threaten community safety.

5. Platform Updates

TeenThreads may update services, features, and policies as the platform evolves.

6. Liability

TeenThreads is provided “as is.” We are not responsible for third-party services or external content.

Parental Consent & Youth Account Policy 

TeenThreads believes teens thrive when families, educators, and communities work together.

Accounts for Ages 13–15

• A parent or legal guardian must create the account
• Parents maintain primary account control
• Parents may review, edit, or delete information
• Parents may manage privacy and safety settings
• Parents may request moderation assistance
• Parents may suspend or close accounts when necessary for their child’s well-being

Accounts for Ages 16+

• Teens may independently create and manage accounts
• Optional parental guidance tools and resources remain available

This partnership model strengthens teen safety, encourages healthy communication, and creates a trusted environment for learning and growth.

Our Commitment

TeenThreads exists to protect, empower, and uplift young people. Every system, policy, and safeguard is built around that mission.

Founder’s Message

TeenThreads was created because today’s teens deserve better.

Better support.
Better tools.
Better protection.
Better opportunities.

Growing up is complicated, and no one should have to navigate it alone. We built TeenThreads to be the place where teens feel safe enough to be themselves, strong enough to chase their dreams, and supported enough to grow into who they are meant to become.

This platform isn’t about controlling teens — it’s about believing in them.

And we do.

Welcome to TeenThreads.

Our mission at TeenThreads is to empower teens and adolescents with a safe, inspiring, and inclusive digital space where they can connect, learn, create, and thrive as they grow into confident, capable, and compassionate future leaders. We are committed to amplifying teen voices, protecting their well-being, and supporting their personal, academic, emotional, and social development through innovative tools, trusted resources, and positive community experiences. By working hand-in-hand with parents, educators, counselors, health professionals, and youth advocates, TeenThreads creates an ecosystem that prioritizes safety, respect, creativity, and opportunity-so every teen feels seen, heard, supported, and prepared for the world ahead.

Our vision is a world where every teen feels confident in who they are, secure in their voice, and empowered to shape their future. TeenThreads envisions becoming the world’s most trusted digital ecosystem for teens — a place where learning is exciting, creativity is limitless, wellness is protected, and connection is meaningful. We aim to raise a generation of young people who are informed, resilient, compassionate, and prepared to lead in a rapidly changing world.

Core Values of TeenThreads

TeenThreads is built on values that protect, empower, and uplift teens and adolescents. These values guide every decision we make, every feature we design, and every interaction within our community.

Safety First

The well-being of teens comes before everything else.
We design TeenThreads with strong safeguards, responsible moderation, and age-appropriate protections to create a secure and supportive environment.

Every Voice Matters

We believe teens deserve to be heard, respected, and taken seriously. TeenThreads exists to amplify young voices and encourage thoughtful self-expression.

Growth & Learning

Growth is a journey. We support academic learning, emotional development, creativity, and life skills that help teens thrive today and succeed tomorrow.

Creativity & Self-Expression

Creativity builds confidence. TeenThreads celebrates originality, imagination, and positive self-expression in all forms.

Respect & Inclusion

We value kindness, empathy, and diversity. TeenThreads is a welcoming space where everyone is treated with dignity, regardless of background, identity, or beliefs.

Well-Being & Balance

Mental, emotional, and physical health matter. We promote balance, self-care, and healthy digital habits so teens can flourish both online and offline.

Integrity & Transparency

Trust is earned. We act honestly, communicate clearly, and hold ourselves accountable to our community.

Shared Responsibility

A healthy community requires teamwork. Teens, parents, educators, and TeenThreads work together to maintain a safe and positive environment.

Future-Focused Empowerment

We believe in the potential of every teen. TeenThreads prepares young people to think critically, lead responsibly, and shape a better future.

These values are the foundation of TeenThreads —
for teens, with teens, always.

At TeenThreads, safety is not a feature — it is our foundation.

We promise to protect teens to the best of our ability by designing a space that is:

• Non-judgmental
• Non-harmful
• Strongly moderated
• Privacy-focused
• Emotionally supportive
• Actively protected from predators, bullying, and harmful behavior

Our safety tools include intelligent moderation systems, strict community standards, continuous review processes, and ongoing collaboration with parents, educators, counselors, and mental health professionals.

We listen.
We adapt.
We improve — constantly.

Because nothing matters more than the well-being of the young people who trust us.

TeenThreads when ready and fully functional, will use:

• Advanced moderation systems
• Human safety teams
• Reporting & blocking tools
• Ongoing expert consultation
• Parent and educator feedback loops

We take action quickly and seriously when community standards are violated.

Your Responsibility as a TeenThreads Member

By being here, you commit to:

• Looking out for yourself and others
• Speaking up if something feels wrong
• Using your voice for good
• Helping make TeenThreads a safe place for everyone

TeenThreads is built on respect, safety, creativity, and growth.
Every member of our community plays a role in protecting this space and the people in it.

By joining TeenThreads, you agree to uphold these principles — not because you have to, but because everyone deserves a healthy place to connect, learn and thrive.

How We Treat Each Other

All members of TeenThreads must:

1. Be Kind & Respectful
Treat everyone with dignity. No bullying, harassment, threats, hate speech, or intimidation.

2. Protect Each Other’s Safety
No harmful behavior, encouragement of self-harm, dangerous challenges, or promotion of illegal activity.

3. Respect Privacy
Never pressure others to share personal information. No doxxing, stalking, or exploitation.

4. Stay Age-Appropriate
Content must be suitable for teens and adolescents. No explicit, sexual, violent, or disturbing material.

5. Be Honest & Responsible
No impersonation, manipulation, scams, or misinformation.

6. Create Positively
Share ideas, art, stories, opinions, and experiences that uplift, educate, and inspire.

What’s Not Allowed

TeenThreads strictly prohibits:

• Predatory behavior of any kind
• Bullying, hate, threats, or discrimination
• Sexual or explicit content
• Self-harm encouragement or dangerous activities
• Drugs, weapons, illegal content
• Exploitation, grooming, or manipulation
• Sharing private information without consent

Violations result in content removal, suspension, or permanent removal from the platform.

Safety & Moderation

TeenThreads may employ, if possible:

• Advanced moderation systems
• Human safety teams
• Reporting & blocking tools
• Ongoing expert consultation
• Parent and educator feedback loops

We take action quickly and seriously when community standards are violated.

Your Responsibility as a TeenThreads Member

By being here, you commit to:

• Looking out for yourself and others
• Speaking up if something feels wrong
• Using your voice for good
• Helping make TeenThreads a safe place for everyone

Our Final Promise

TeenThreads will always prioritize the well-being of teens over clicks, trends, or profits.

This is your community.
Let’s protect it – together.

User Education & Digital Citizenship

Building Smart, Safe, and Responsible Digital Citizens

TeenThreads is more than a platform.
It’s a place to learn how to live well in a digital world.

Being online gives you incredible power — to connect, create, influence, and grow.
With that power comes responsibility.

This page exists to help every TeenThreads user become a strong, confident, and ethical digital citizen.

What It Means to Be a Good Digital Citizen

A good digital citizen:

• Thinks before posting
• Respects others’ privacy and boundaries
• Verifies information before sharing
• Uses technology to uplift, not harm
• Handles conflict with maturity and empathy
• Understands that online actions have real-world impact

Protecting Yourself Online

Always:

• Guard your personal information
• Be cautious with private messages
• Avoid sharing location, school details, or private photos
• Use strong passwords and keep them private
• Speak up when something feels wrong

Communicating With Respect

Words travel fast online — and they last.

Choose kindness.
Disagree without attacking.
Support others who are struggling.
Report harmful behavior instead of joining it.

Navigating Information Wisely

Not everything you see or read online is true.

Learn to:

• Question sources
• Spot misinformation
• Avoid spreading rumors
• Recognize manipulation and scams

Smart users build strong communities.

Caring for Your Mental & Emotional Health

Take breaks from screens.
Don’t compare your life to highlight reels.
Ask for help when you need it.
Check in on your friends.

Your well-being matters more than likes, views, or followers.

Partnering With Parents & Educators

Your growth is supported by parents, teachers, counselors, and mentors who care deeply about your future. Working together makes everyone stronger.

Your Responsibility as a TeenThreads Member

By being here, you commit to:

• Looking out for yourself and others
• Speaking up if something feels wrong
• Using your voice for good
• Helping make TeenThreads a safe place for everyone.

TeenThreads Personal Accountability & Responsibility Page

Shared Responsibility. Safer Community.

TeenThreads is built to support, protect, and empower teens. However, safety and well-being are a shared responsibility.

While TeenThreads may use modern tools, policies, and human oversight to create a safe environment, every user plays an essential role in protecting themselves and others.

Your Role as a TeenThreads User

By using TeenThreads, you acknowledge and accept that:

• You are responsible for what you post, share, comment, and upload
• You are responsible for how you use information on the platform
• You are responsible for protecting your own privacy
• You are responsible for respecting the privacy of friends, family, classmates, and schools
• You are responsible for verifying third-party information before relying on or sharing it
• You are responsible for how your actions affect others in the community

TeenThreads provides the space — you shape the experience.

Understanding Platform Limits

TeenThreads, like every major social platform, operates in a complex digital environment that includes unpredictable human behavior, evolving risks, and real-world consequences.

While we work tirelessly to promote safety, TeenThreads:

• Cannot monitor every interaction in real time
• Cannot predict individual decisions or unforeseen behaviors
• Cannot prevent all misuse of the platform
• Cannot guarantee that all content will always be accurate, appropriate, or harmless
• Faces the same technological limits, vulnerabilities, and risks as other social networks

TeenThreads does not possess supernatural, predictive, or preemptive powers to foresee or eliminate all harmful behavior.

Legal & Risk Acknowledgment

By using TeenThreads, users acknowledge that:

• Online interaction carries inherent risks
• Personal decisions have personal consequences
• TeenThreads is not liable for routine, expected, or independent user behavior
• Users assume responsibility for how they choose to engage on the platform, and the consequences thereof.

This policies are stated or implemented to protect TeenThreads from unnecessary legal action related to normal and foreseeable user conduct that occurs on TeenThreads, just as on any digital social network.

What TeenThreads Will Continue to Do

Even with these realities, TeenThreads remains committed to:

• Strong safety standards
• Responsible moderation
• Transparent policies
• Continuous improvement
• Swift action when serious risks arise
• Partnership with families, schools, and professionals

Why This Page Matters

Accountability creates stronger communities.
Understanding limits builds smarter users.
Shared responsibility creates safer spaces.

TeenThreads thrives when everyone takes responsibility for their digital choices.

Final Thought

The digital world is part of your world.
How you use it helps shape who you become.

TeenThreads is here to help you build a future you’re proud of.

Final Word

TeenThreads will do everything within reason to protect and support its community. But the power to make TeenThreads a positive place starts with you. 

Shared Responsibility. Safer Community.

TeenThreads is built to support, protect, and empower teens. However, safety and well-being are a shared responsibility.

While TeenThreads uses modern tools, policies, and human oversight to create a safe environment, every user plays an essential role in protecting themselves and others.

Your Role as a TeenThreads User

By using TeenThreads, you acknowledge and accept that:

• You are responsible for what you post, share, comment, and upload
• You are responsible for how you use information on the platform
• You are responsible for protecting your own privacy
• You are responsible for respecting the privacy of friends, family, classmates, and schools
• You are responsible for verifying third-party information before relying on or sharing it
• You are responsible for how your actions affect others in the community

TeenThreads provides the space — you shape the experience.

Understanding Platform Limits

TeenThreads, like every major social platform, operates in a complex digital environment that includes unpredictable human behavior, evolving risks, and real-world consequences.

While we work tirelessly to promote safety, TeenThreads:

• Cannot monitor every interaction in real time
• Cannot predict individual decisions or unforeseen behaviors
• Cannot prevent all misuse of the platform
• Cannot guarantee that all content will always be accurate, appropriate, or harmless
• Faces the same technological limits, vulnerabilities, and risks as other social networks

TeenThreads does not possess supernatural, predictive, or preemptive powers to foresee or eliminate all harmful behavior.

Legal & Risk Acknowledgment

By using TeenThreads, users acknowledge that:

• Online interaction carries inherent risks
• Personal decisions have personal consequences
• TeenThreads is not liable for routine, expected, or independent user behavior
• Users assume responsibility for how they choose to engage on the platform

What TeenThreads Will Continue to Do

Even with these realities, TeenThreads remains committed to:

• Strong safety standards
• Responsible moderation
• Transparent policies
• Continuous improvement
• Swift action when serious risks arise
• Partnership with families, schools, and professionals

Why This Page Matters

Accountability creates stronger communities.
Understanding limits builds smarter users.
Shared responsibility creates safer spaces.

TeenThreads thrives when everyone takes responsibility for their digital choices.

Final Word

TeenThreads will do everything within reason to protect and support its community to the best of our ability.

But the power to make TeenThreads a positive place starts with you.

At TeenThreads, your mental and emotional well-being comes first.

Growing up is not always easy. Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, sad, confused, or alone can happen to anyone — and you are not weak for feeling that way. You are human. And you are not alone.

TeenThreads is committed to creating a space where teens feel safe talking about what they’re going through and where help is always within reach.

Our Mental Health Commitment

We promise to:

• Promote emotional wellness and self-care
• Provide trustworthy mental health education
• Encourage open, stigma-free conversations
• Intervene when safety is at risk
• Support teens, families, and educators through difficult moments

🚨 When Things Feel Too Heavy

If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of self-harm, suicide, or emotional crisis, please seek immediate help.

United States

Call or text 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7 confidential support

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741
Free, confidential support with trained crisis counselors

Emergency

Call 911 if you are in immediate danger

For international resources, visit:
findahelpline.com

To every parent, teacher, counselor, and youth advocate:

TeenThreads was built with you in mind.

We recognize that raising and guiding teens today requires more than rules – it requires partnership, trust, communication, and the right tools. TeenThreads exists to support your efforts by providing a healthy digital environment that promotes learning, confidence, emotional well-being, and responsible growth.

We actively seek your feedback.
We value your insight.
We design alongside you.

Together, we can give teens something rare and powerful:
a space where they can safely explore who they are and who they are becoming.

Parental Partnership & Account Oversight

At TeenThreads, we believe that teens thrive best when families, educators, and communities work together.

For users between the ages of 13–15, parents and legal guardians play an active role in account creation and ongoing oversight. Parents and guardians have the right to:

• Access and review their child’s account activity
• Help manage privacy and safety settings
• Monitor interactions when concerns arise
• Request content review or moderation support
• Initiate temporary suspension or permanent account closure if they believe it is in their child’s best interest

This partnership approach ensures that teens are supported, protected, and guided — both online and offline — as they grow.

Our goal is not to limit teens’ independence, but to strengthen their safety net.

Why This Policy Helps Everyone

Protects Teens

Teens are still developing emotionally and socially. Parental oversight provides a safety layer when difficult situations arise — including bullying, mental health concerns, online risks, or harmful content exposure.

Supports Families

This policy empowers parents to stay involved in their child’s digital life without invading it. It creates transparency, trust, and open communication between teens and caregivers.

Builds Confidence for Schools & Counselors

Educators and counselors trust platforms that involve families. This policy signals that TeenThreads takes student well-being seriously and aligns with real-world youth protection standards.

Reduces Harm & Risk

Early intervention prevents many problems from escalating. When parents can act quickly, harmful situations are often resolved before they become crises.

Strengthens the TeenThreads Community

A safer environment benefits everyone. When teens feel protected and supported, they participate more positively, creatively, and confidently.

The Big Picture

This policy reflects what TeenThreads stands for:
empowerment with protection, freedom with guidance, and growth with support.

It tells the world that TeenThreads isn’t just a platform – it’s a community that truly cares about young people.

Parental Consent & Youth Account Policy 

TeenThreads believes teens thrive when families, educators, and communities work together.

Accounts for Ages 13–15

• A parent or legal guardian must create the account
• Parents maintain primary account control
• Parents may review, edit, or delete information
• Parents may manage privacy and safety settings
• Parents may request moderation assistance
• Parents may suspend or close accounts when necessary for their child’s well-being

Accounts for Ages 16+

• Teens may independently create and manage accounts
• Optional parental guidance tools and resources remain available

This partnership model strengthens teen safety, encourages healthy communication, and creates a trusted environment for learning and growth.

Our Commitment

TeenThreads exists to protect, empower, and uplift young people.
Every system, policy, and safeguard is built around that mission.

Parental Consent & Youth Account Policy 

TeenThreads believes teens thrive when families, educators, and communities work together.

Accounts for Ages 13–15

• A parent or legal guardian must create the account
• Parents maintain primary account control
• Parents may review, edit, or delete information
• Parents may manage privacy and safety settings
• Parents may request moderation assistance
• Parents may suspend or close accounts when necessary for their child’s well-being

Accounts for Ages 16+

• Teens may independently create and manage accounts
• Optional parental guidance tools and resources remain available

This partnership model strengthens teen safety, encourages healthy communication, and creates a trusted environment for learning and growth.

Our Commitment

TeenThreads exists to protect, empower, and uplift young people.
Every system, policy, and safeguard is built around that mission.

TeenThreads Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 1st Jan., 2026

TeenThreads is built for teens and adolescents. We protect your privacy with limited data collection, safety-first design, and clear controls for parents/guardians where required.

1. Who This Policy Applies To

This Privacy Policy applies to anyone who uses TeenThreads, including:

• Teens (16+ self-managed accounts)

• Teens (13–15 parent/guardian-managed accounts)

• Parents/guardians, educators, and other users interacting with TeenThreads tools

TeenThreads does not allow children under 13 to use the platform.

2. What We Collect

We may collect:

A) Information You Provide

• Account information (username, age range, email)

• For ages 13–15: parent/guardian contact info to create/manage the account

• Content you choose to post or upload (posts, messages, creations)

• Support requests and feedback you submit

B) Information Collected Automatically

• Device and log data (IP address, device type, browser/app version)

• Usage data (features used, performance, security events)

• Safety signals (reports, blocks, suspected abuse patterns)

3. Why We Collect It

We use information to:

• Operate TeenThreads and provide features

• Keep the community safe (moderation, abuse prevention, enforcement)

• Maintain security, integrity, and performance

• Respond to support requests

• Comply with applicable legal obligations

4. How We Share Information

We share information only when necessary and with safeguards:

A) Service Providers

We may use trusted vendors (hosting, analytics, security, support tools) who must follow strict confidentiality and security obligations.

B) Legal and Safety Reasons

We may share information if required by law, or to protect the safety, rights, and security of users, TeenThreads, or the public.

C) With Your Consent

We may share information if you (or a parent/guardian where applicable) give permission.

We do not sell personal information.

5. Special Protections for Teens

TeenThreads applies extra safeguards for minors, including:

• Limited data collection

• Safety-first defaults and moderation tools

• Parent/guardian management for ages 13–15

• No sale of teen data

6. Parent/Guardian Rights for Ages 13-15

Parents/guardians of users aged 13–15 can:

• Access and review account information

• Manage privacy and safety settings

• Request corrections or deletion

• Suspend or close the account if needed for safety

To make a request, contact: privacy@teenthreads.com

7. Your Choices and Controls

Depending on age and account type, you may be able to:

• Update profile details

• Control privacy settings

• Manage who can contact you

• Delete content you posted

• Request account deletion

8. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect data. No system can be guaranteed 100% secure, but safety and privacy are core to how TeenThreads is built.

9. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as needed for:

• service delivery

• safety and integrity

• legal compliance
  Then we delete or de-identify it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as TeenThreads evolves. If changes are significant, we will provide notice within the app/site or by other appropriate means.

11. Contact Us

Questions or privacy requests:
Email: 
Address:

TeenThreads COPPA

Last Updated: 1st Jan., 2026
TeenThreads is committed to protecting young people online and following youth-privacy laws and best practices, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable privacy requirements.

Our Age Rules

• Under 13: Not permitted to use TeenThreads.

• Ages 13–15: May use TeenThreads only if a parent/legal guardian creates and manages the account.

• Ages 16+: May create and manage their own accounts.

COPPA Approach (Under-13 Protections)

Because TeenThreads does not allow users under 13, our COPPA approach focuses on:

• Blocking under-13 registration and removing accounts if discovered.

• Minimizing data collection and protecting minors by design.

• Parent-controlled access for ages 13–15.

What We Collect (Minimized by Design)

TeenThreads limits data collection to what is needed for safety and core functionality, such as:

• Account basics (e.g., username, age range, parent email for 13–15 accounts)

• Safety and moderation signals (e.g., reports, blocks)

• Device/usage data for security, fraud prevention, and performance

We do not sell minors’ personal information.

Parental Consent & Control (Ages 13–15)

For users aged 13–15, TeenThreads requires a parent/legal guardian to:

• Create the account

• Maintain primary control

• Manage privacy and safety settings

• Request access, corrections, or deletion

• Suspend or close the account when necessary for the child’s well-being

Advertising & Marketing to Minors

TeenThreads is committed to safer youth experiences and therefore:

• Does not sell teen data.

• Avoids ad practices that rely on sensitive personal profiles for minors.

Safety, Security, and Access Controls

We use a combination of:

• Access controls and authentication protections

• Monitoring for misuse and suspicious behavior

• Reporting/blocking tools

• Moderation processes and enforcement

Data Retention

We keep information only as long as necessary to:

• Provide the service

• Maintain safety and integrity

• Comply with legal obligations
  We delete or de-identify data when it is no longer needed.

How Parents Can Contact Us

Parents/guardians can request access, correction, or deletion by contacting:
Email: e.g. privacy@teenthreads.com]

Using TeenThreads: 

Terms of Service (TOS)

Effective Date: 1st Jan, 2026

By accessing or using TeenThreads, you agree to follow these Terms.

If you do not agree, please do not use the platform.

1. Who Can Use TeenThreads

TeenThreads is designed for teens and adolescents.

• Users must be at least 16 years old to create and manage their own TeenThreads account.
• Users aged 13–15 may only use TeenThreads if a parent or legal guardian creates and manages the account on their behalf.
• Users under 13 are NOT permitted to use TeenThreads.

We enforce these age rules to protect young people and comply with youth safety and privacy laws.

2. User Responsibilities

All users agree to:

• Follow TeenThreads Community Guidelines
• Use the platform respectfully and safely
• Protect their login information
• Avoid harmful, illegal, or abusive behavior

3. Content & Rights

You retain ownership of your content.
By posting, you grant TeenThreads permission to host, display, and distribute that content within the platform.

4. Safety & Enforcement

TeenThreads may remove content, restrict features, suspend, or permanently remove accounts that violate rules or threaten community safety.

5. Service Updates

TeenThreads may modify features, policies, or services as the platform evolves.

6. Liability

TeenThreads is provided “as is.” We are not responsible for third-party content or external services.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parental Consent & Youth Account Policy

TeenThreads recognizes the critical role of parents and guardians in protecting young people online.

Accounts for Ages 13–15

• A parent or legal guardian must create the account
• The parent maintains primary account control
• Parents may review, edit, or delete information
• Parents may manage privacy and safety settings
• Parents may contact TeenThreads for support at any time

Accounts for Ages 16+

• Teens may create and manage their own accounts
• TeenThreads still offers optional parental tools and guidance resources

COPPA & Youth Privacy Compliance Summary

TeenThreads is fully committed to protecting young users and complying with all applicable youth privacy laws.

We strictly:

• Prohibit accounts for children under 13
• Limit personal data collection for all minors
• Require parental consent for users aged 13–15
• Ban targeted behavioral advertising to minors
• Maintain industry-standard data security
• Provide parental access, review, and deletion rights
• Continuously audit privacy and safety practices

Our Final Commitment

TeenThreads exists to protect, empower, and uplift the next generation.

Every policy, system, and safeguard is built around that mission.

At TeenThreads, trust is earned through action — not words.

This report explains how we protect our community, how we make decisions, and how we hold ourselves accountable to the people we serve.

Our Governance & Ethics

TeenThreads is guided by the principles of:

• Teen safety
• Youth empowerment
• Privacy by design
• Respect and inclusion
• Continuous improvement

Every product decision, feature launch, and policy update is evaluated against one question:

Does this protect and uplift young people?

Safety & Moderation Oversight

We will maintain multiple layers of protection if possible and will act when safety is threatened and review our responses to improve continuously.

Community Enforcement Metrics 

TeenThreads publishes periodic summaries of:

• Number of reports received
• Types of safety issues addressed
• Response times and resolutions
• Policy updates and improvements
• Educational initiatives and partnerships

This transparency ensures the community understands how we operate and improve.

Data Privacy & Compliance

We comply with all applicable privacy and youth protection laws.
We limit data collection.
We prohibit the sale of teen data.
We conduct regular privacy reviews.

Your trust is protected by design.

Stakeholder Engagement

We actively seek input from:

• Teens
• Parents and guardians
• Teachers and counselors
• Mental health professionals
• Community organizations

Feedback shapes our future.

Accountability & Responsibility

When mistakes happen:
We acknowledge them.
We correct them.
We learn from them.

Because transparency is how trust grows.

Our Commitment

TeenThreads exists for the next generation.
We will always choose safety over speed.
Well-being over popularity.
Integrity over profit.

Our Commitment to Teens, Families, and the Future

TeenThreads proudly presents this Public Trust Seal as a symbol of our unwavering commitment to protecting, empowering, and uplifting young people everywhere.

This is not marketing.

The TeenThreads Trust Pledge

We pledge to always:

Protect Teens First
Teen safety, well-being, and dignity will always come before profit, trends, or growth.

Listen to Young Voices
We will amplify teen perspectives and respect their experiences.

Safeguard Privacy
We will never sell teen data and will protect personal information with the highest standards of care.

Partner With Families & Educators
We work alongside parents, teachers, counselors, and professionals to support teen development.

Promote Mental & Emotional Health
We create tools and content that strengthen confidence, resilience, and hope.

Act With Transparency & Integrity
We are accountable for our actions, decisions, and impact.

Continuously Improve
We evolve as the needs of young people evolve.

What This Seal Means

When you see the TeenThreads Trust Seal, it means:

• Strong youth safety standards
• Transparent governance
• Responsible data practices
• Active community protection
• Genuine commitment to teen well-being

A Message to the Community

TeenThreads is built on trust.
Trust between teens and their future.
Trust between families and the digital world.
Trust between institutions and innovation.

We honor that trust — every day.

The TeenThreads Team