Definition
Prevents dishonest or misleading actions involving the gathering, utilization, and/or exposure of children's personal information on the Internet
Excerpt
COPPA imposes certain requirements on operators of websites or online services directed to children under 13 years of age, and on operators of other websites or online services that have actual knowledge that they are collecting personal information online from a child under 13 years of age.
Related cases
Epic Games faced a fine from the FTC after allegations that the company employed deceptive techniques to manipulate players into making unintended purchases, while also allowing children to accumulate unauthorized charges without parental consent.
Related deceptive patterns
The user finds it easy to sign up or subscribe, but when they want to cancel they find it very hard.
The user wants to do something, but they are required to do something else undesirable in return.
The user is faced with barriers or hurdles, making it hard for them to complete their task or access information.