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flag Google faces backlash for auto-sending emails to kids near 13, enabling them to bypass parental controls without consent.

flag Google is under scrutiny for automatically sending emails to children nearing age 13, informing them they can remove parental controls on their Google accounts without consent. flag The practice, tied to the company’s age-verification policy, has sparked backlash from parents and child safety advocates who say it undermines parental authority and exposes minors to potential online risks. flag Critics argue the move prioritizes user engagement and data collection over child welfare, calling it a form of corporate overreach. flag While the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) sets 13 as a cutoff for data restrictions, it does not govern content access, leaving parental control decisions to families. flag The controversy has prompted widespread concern, with reports of similar messages from Apple, and calls for tech companies to respect parental oversight and prioritize safety.

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