1. Policy Statement
LocalDaters is committed to preventing and combating human sex trafficking, slavery and physical abuse in all forms. The company recognises the harm these crimes cause and outlines its approach to preventing, detecting and responding to exploitation across its platforms.
2. Prohibition of Human Trafficking and Slavery
The company strictly prohibits human trafficking, including recruiting, transporting, transferring, harbouring or receiving individuals through force, coercion or deception for exploitation.
Slavery, forced labour, debt bondage and involuntary servitude are also prohibited.
3. Content Moderation and Reporting Mechanisms
The company states that it maintains content moderation procedures to identify and remove material associated with trafficking, slavery and exploitation.
Users are provided with reporting mechanisms for suspected trafficking, abuse and exploitation. The policy also prohibits marketing and search terms that promote child exploitation or non-consensual activities.
4. Age Verification
The platform uses age-verification measures to prevent underage users from accessing restricted services and content. These measures are intended to support legal compliance and protect younger individuals.
5. Consent
The policy emphasises the importance of informed and freely given consent, individual autonomy, dignity and personal freedom.
6. Cooperation with Law Enforcement and Authorities
Where appropriate, the company cooperates with law enforcement, government bodies and relevant authorities in investigating and preventing trafficking and slavery.
It also states that it complies with lawful requests for information and assistance.
7. User Awareness
Users are encouraged to remain vigilant and report suspicious content or behaviour encountered on the platform.
8. Guidelines for Employees and Third-Party Service Providers
Employees and third-party providers receive guidance on identifying and responding to potential trafficking, slavery, sexual exploitation and physical abuse.
9. Training and Education
The company describes training programmes covering signs of exploitation, reporting procedures and protecting vulnerable individuals.
Employees are also encouraged to remain informed about developments in human trafficking.
10. Victim Support and Referral
The company states that it supports victims through information, resources and referrals to appropriate support organisations.
Victims should be treated sensitively and respectfully, with attention to their privacy and safety.
11. Continuous Improvement
The company commits to regularly reviewing and improving its safeguarding policies, procedures and technologies.
