Happy 2nd anniversary to the “new” COPPA Rule

The Federal Trade Commission adopted final amendments to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule on December 19, 2012, just over two years ago. Here's what happened since the amended Rule took effect on July 1, 2013:

• Safe Harbors and Verifiable Parental Consent Methods: All told, FTC-approved Safe Harbors have over 140 members with more than 1100 sites and apps.
• Guidance: Companies asked for more guidance on implementing the amendments to COPPA and we followed through by providing FAQs, initiating a COPPA Hotline, responding with business education, and delivering speeches and webinars.
• Law Enforcement: The FTC has demonstrated our commitment to challenging COPPA violations in several notable court cases.

We’ve done a lot since the FTC adopted the amended Rule two years ago, but an anniversary isn’t an end. We’re committed to continued cooperation with Safe Harbors, additional guidance to help businesses, and rigorous law enforcement.