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The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is a federal law that was enacted in 1998 to protect children’s online privacy. Under COPPA, websites and online services must obtain parental consent before collecting, using, or sharing personal information from children under the age of 13.

Websites that do not comply with COPPA may be subject to penalties, including fines and/or imprisonment.

COPPA is an important law because it protects children’s privacy online. By complying with COPPA, websites can ensure that they are collecting only the information that is necessary for them to provide the services they are offering.

Additionally, websites that are in compliance with COPPA will be more likely to be trusted by parents because they will be taking steps to protect their children’s privacy.