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Parental Consent in the Digital Age: Online Consent and the Role of Parents
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Author(s): Wasswa Shafik (Dig Connectivity Research Laboratory, (DCRLab), 600040, Kampala, Uganda)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 32
Source title:
Integrating Parental Consent and Child Engagement With Digital Protection Rules
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Romil Rawat (LabGeoInf-Research LABoratory in GEOmatics and INFormation systems, National Research Council in Italy, Rome, Italy), Sanjaya Kumar Sarangi (Utkal University, India), A. Samson Arun Raj (Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, India), Janet Olivia Richmond (Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, India)and Purvee Bhardwaj (Rabindranath Tagore University, India)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-2716-7.ch008
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Abstract
This study presents an exploration of parental consent in the digital age, analyzing the evolving challenges and ethical considerations surrounding children's online privacy and security. With the widespread use of digital platforms, social media, and educational technology, parents are increasingly required to navigate complex consent mechanisms to protect their children's data. Legal frameworks such as the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act aim to regulate data collection practices, yet concerns persist regarding transparency, informed consent, and the effectiveness of parental oversight. As digital environments become more immersive with AI-driven content, biometric tracking, and the Metaverse, ensuring meaningful consent becomes more difficult. Additionally, the growing autonomy of tech-savvy children raises questions about the balance between parental authority and a child's digital rights. This study examines current policies, technological safeguards, and best practices to enhance parental control while fostering a safe and ethical digital space for minors.
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