sae-safety-standards.md

 # CSAE Safety Standards for e-ghars

Last updated: 2025-11-05

## 1. Zero Tolerance

[Your Company] has zero tolerance for child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE). We prohibit any content, conduct, or use of the app that facilitates CSAE.

## 2. Scope and Prohibited Content

This standard applies to all users and content within e-ghars. Prohibited content includes, without limitation:

- Child sexual abuse material (CSAM), grooming or solicitation of minors, sexualized depiction of minors, and instructions that facilitate CSAE.

- Links, files, or metadata that point to CSAE content.

## 3. Prevention and Detection

We implement layered safeguards:

- Policy enforcement during onboarding and use (clear rules, reminders, and enforcement).

- Technical detection signals (hash-matching of known CSAM where available, automated heuristics, and manual review).

- Rate-limiting and abuse controls to deter mass-sharing and evasion.

## 4. Reporting and User Tools

Users can report suspected CSAE via:

- In-app reporting (where available), or email: [contact email]

We review urgent CSAE reports as quickly as possible and aim to respond within 24 hours.

## 5. Removal, Account Actions, and Escalation

Upon credible indication of CSAE:

- Immediate content removal and account suspension/ban.

- Evidence preservation strictly for lawful reporting and investigation.

- Prompt reporting to the appropriate authority:

  - If operating in the United States: National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC).

  - Elsewhere: local law enforcement and relevant hotlines in the jurisdiction (e.g., through WePROTECT/INHOPE networks).

We cooperate with lawful investigations consistent with applicable privacy and due process requirements.

## 6. Data Handling and Privacy

- Minimal retention of evidence solely for legal reporting and response; secure storage; restricted access.

- No sharing of data beyond what is legally required and strictly for CSAE prevention and investigation.

## 7. Staff Training and Governance

- Staff with CSAE responsibilities receive periodic training on detection, trauma-informed practices, and legal obligations.

- Clear internal escalation paths and periodic audits of CSAE processes.

## 8. Youth Safety and Design

- Features are designed to minimize risk (e.g., default privacy, limited discoverability, restricted direct messaging where applicable).

- We follow age-appropriate design principles and do not target minors for sexual content.

## 9. Transparency

- We may publish aggregate transparency data about CSAE reports and enforcement actions, subject to legal constraints.

## 10. Contact

For CSAE-related reports or questions: [contact email]

Legal address: [Company address]

## References

- WePROTECT Global Alliance: Model National Response

- NCMEC (U.S.) CyberTipline

- INHOPE global hotline network