How to Complete the “Child Safety Standards” Declaration Form in Google Play Console

Introduction

Suppose your app is a social or dating app. You need to complete the “Child Safety Standards” declaration form in the Google Play Console to comply with Google’s updated Child Safety Standards policy.

In-scope apps must have published standards:

• Child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE)
• Provide an in-app feedback mechanism
• Address child sexual abuse material (CSAM)
• Comply with child safety laws
• Designate a child safety point of contact.

This requirement applies regardless of whether your app has child users.

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Where to Find the Declaration Form

1. Log in to Google Play Console.
2. Select your app.
3. Navigate to Policy > App Content.
4. Locate Child Safety Standards and click Start or Edit.
   

Complete the Declaration Form

1. Provide a functional link to your published CSAE standards. The web resource must:
   
   1. Load without errors;
   2. Mention CSAE or child safety;
   3. Reference the app or developer name as it appears on your Play Store listing.
      
2. Provide a designated point of contact for CSAE notifications—someone empowered to discuss enforcement procedures and take action.
   
3. Enable the app’s Send a Feedback feature, then self-certify (by ticking the checkbox) that you offer an in-app mechanism for users to submit feedback or reports.
   
4. Self-certify that your app complies with applicable child safety laws and regulations, including a process to report confirmed CSAM to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children or your relevant regional authority.
   

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Troubleshooting and FAQs

Q: Who can serve as the child safety point of contact?
A: Any team member responsible for CSAE enforcement—such as a compliance officer or community manager—is suitable.

Q: My app lacks a built-in feedback feature. What should I do?
A: Implement a feedback/reporting form or deep link to an external support page, then enable it as the in-app Send a Feedback mechanism.

Q: When must this form be completed?
A: Complete the declaration before your next app update; Google may block updates for non-compliant apps in affected categories.

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