Communication platform for minors
US10701021B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 20, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 11, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2221/2149
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In one embodiment, a method includes a device receiving a request to connect a minor with another user within a social-networking system. The minor and the user may be associated with a first and a second account, respectively. The device may identify the minor's guardian. A first approval request may be sent to the minor or the guardian to seek approval of the requested connection between the minor and the other user. The first approval request may be sent to the guardian upon determining that the request is initiated by the minor, or it may be sent to the minor upon determining that the request is initiated by the guardian. The device may send a second approval request to the other user to seek approval of the requested connection as well. When the requests are approved, a connection may then be established between the minor and the other user.
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