EDSX Child Safety & CSAE Policy

1. Introduction

2. Scope & Jurisdictions

This policy applies to:

• All users of the EDSX app and related services;

• All content transmitted, uploaded, shared, integrated, or stored through EDSX;

• All use of EDSX infrastructure, regardless of location.

EDSX and EDS Brands Ltd are UK-based and subject to UK law. In addition, we operate and make our services available in, or in relation to:

• The United Kingdom

• The European Union (EU Member States)

• The United States of America

• Canada

• Latin American countries where EDSX is used

For the purposes of this Policy, “jurisdictions” refers to:

1. The United Kingdom (our home jurisdiction);

2. Each country or region where EDSX is made available or used (including those listed above); and

3. Any other country whose laws apply to the use of our services or to specific incidents (for example, based on user location, hosting location, or reporting obligations).

Where there is a conflict between this Policy and local law, we follow the stricter standard to protect children.

3. Zero-Tolerance Policy on CSAE

4. Prohibited Content & Behaviour

Users of EDSX must not:

1. Upload, transmit, store, share, or link to CSAM or CSAE-related content.

2. Request, solicit, or pressure others to share sexual content involving minors.

3. Use EDSX to contact, approach, lure, or groom minors.

4. Use images, video, AI tools, or edited media to depict minors in any sexual or exploitative context.

5. Coordinate, promote, or discuss CSAE offences in a way that facilitates or normalises offending.

Content or behaviour that is ambiguous but raises credible concern may be treated as a violation while we investigate.

5. Reporting Concerns to EDSX

We strongly encourage prompt reporting of any suspected CSAE or CSAM connected to EDSX.

You can report concerns to us via:

• Email: policy@edsxevents.com

• In-app or platform contact/support channels (where available), clearly marking the report as “CSAE / Urgent”.

To help us act quickly and lawfully, please include where possible:

• A description of the content or behaviour;

• Relevant usernames, email addresses, or IDs;

• Timestamps, links, or screenshots (only if safe and lawful to capture);

• Any information indicating the involvement of a minor.

Reports made in good faith will not result in adverse action against the reporter.

If a child is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services before or in addition to contacting us.

6. Our Response & Reporting to Authorities

When EDS Brands Ltd becomes aware of potential CSAE/CSAM involving EDSX, we will:

1. Act swiftly to review the report and preserve relevant data in line with legal and data protection obligations.

2. Remove or disable access to any content suspected to involve CSAE/CSAM.

3. Suspend or terminate accounts where there is reasonable belief they are involved in CSAE.

4. Report confirmed or strongly suspected cases to appropriate authorities and hotlines, which may include, without limitation:

   • United Kingdom

     • National Crime Agency (NCA) / CEOP Command

     • Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) for online CSAM reporting.

   • United States

     • National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) via the CyberTipline (report.cybertip.org).

     • Relevant federal, state, or local law enforcement.

   • Canada

     • Canadian Centre for Child Protection via Cybertip.ca (where applicable);

     • Appropriate regional or federal police services.

   • European Union

     • National police or specialised child protection / cybercrime units of the Member State concerned;

     • Hotlines within the INHOPE network, where appropriate.

   • Latin America

     • Competent national or federal police and cybercrime units;

     • Recognised national hotlines or reporting mechanisms (including those supported by INHOPE or IWF reporting portals where available).

5. Cooperate with lawful investigations, providing information to competent authorities in line with applicable data protection, privacy, and criminal laws.

6. Not notify suspected offenders about any such report where doing so could interfere with investigations, risk evidence destruction, or increase risk to children.

7. Legal & Policy Compliance

EDS Brands Ltd is committed to complying with:

• Applicable criminal laws relating to CSAM/CSAE in the UK and in each jurisdiction where EDSX is used;

• Relevant international standards supporting the protection of children online;

• The Google Play Developer Program Policies, including the Child Safety Standards and CSAE requirements.

Where multiple legal frameworks apply, we adopt the approach that offers strongest protection for children and ensures EDSX is not used for illegal or harmful activities.

8. Child Safety Point of Contact

For CSAE-related issues and regulatory or platform notices, EDS Brands Ltd designates the following contact:

Child Safety & CSAE Contact
EDS Brands Ltd
Email: policy@edsxevents.com

This contact is authorised to:

• Receive and manage CSAE/CSAM reports and notices (including from Google Play and authorities);

• Coordinate internal investigations, escalations, and enforcement actions;

• Liaise with law enforcement and recognised child protection organisations.

9. Prevention & Safeguards

To reduce the risk of EDSX being misused for CSAE, we may implement (as proportionate to our services):

• Restricting EDSX to verified/professional users;

• Internal procedures for handling CSAE/CSAM reports securely and sensitively;

• Staff training on CSAE response obligations;

• Technical and operational measures to detect and prevent obvious misuse of our services for illegal purposes.

These measures are periodically reviewed and may evolve in line with legal, technical, and industry best practices.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in law or regulatory guidance;

• Updates to platform requirements (including Google Play policies);

• Enhancements to our safety and compliance practices.

The “Last updated” date will always indicate the current version. Continued use of EDSX after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.