Parents generally do everything possible to keep their children safe. With the digital society we live in, this protective instinct extends to the online environment. Meanwhile, the growing use of computer devices and the facilitation of internet access creates a social need for all citizens to acquire some knowledge about cybersecurity. As children and teenagers (in Brazil, according to the Child and Adolescent Statute, a child is the individual up to 12 years old and teenager is aged between 12 and 18 years old) become more and more exposed to technology, they also become more vulnerable to the risk of exposure of their personal data, or from data breaches. As minors tend to be less aware
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Brazil: Children's data under the LGPD
December 9, 2021
Summary
The General Personal Data Protection Law (LGPD) in Brazil emphasizes the protection of children's personal data, requiring parental consent for data processing, except in cases of legal necessity or for the child's protection. The law also mandates clear communication about data processing to both parents and children, aiming to educate them on cybersecurity. The digital phenomenon of 'sharenting' poses risks to children's privacy, as parents share their children's information online. In the education sector, schools must comply with LGPD, particularly when handling sensitive health data. The video game industry is also affected, with the need for clear privacy policies and adherence to the principle of necessity in data collection from minors.