Child Safety and Exploitation Prevention (CSAE) at Medzudo

At Medzudo, we are committed to ensuring a safe and secure online environment for all users, particularly minors. As a social network and professional community for the healthcare sector in Germany, we adhere to the highest standards for Child Safety and Abuse Exploitation Prevention (CSAE) in accordance with international regulations, including the EU Digital Services Act (DSA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the German Youth Protection Act (JuSchG).

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Medzudo implements robust child safety measures designed to prevent and respond to any form of child abuse, exploitation, and inappropriate content within our platform. Our policies are based on industry best practices, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks such as:

  • United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)
  • EU Strategy for a More Effective Fight Against Child Sexual Abuse
  • German Network Enforcement Act (NetzDG)
  • ITU Guidelines for Child Online Protection

Key Child Safety Measures

1. Age-Appropriate Access Controls

  • Medzudo is strictly intended for professional users in the healthcare sector.
  • Accounts will be verified and checked for appropriate Aged.
  • Users under the age of 18 are not permitted.

2. Content Moderation and Reporting System

  • Our platform actively monitors and filters content to detect and remove inappropriate materials, including child exploitation content.
  • Users can report any concerning content or behavior directly through our in-app reporting system for immediate review.
  • We work with law enforcement authorities and organizations like the INHOPE Network and the German Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) to report any unlawful activity.

3. Strict User Verification & Identity Protection

  • Medzudo requires verified professional credentials for user accounts, minimizing risks related to anonymity and fake identities.
  • Personal data is protected through end-to-end encryption, ensuring that user interactions remain secure and compliant with GDPR standards.

4. Proactive AI-Based Detection & Human Review

  • A dedicated human review team assesses flagged content and takes immediate action when violations occur.
  • In Future, we use AI-driven content moderation tools to detect potential child exploitation materials, grooming behaviors, and suspicious activities.

5. Cooperation with Law Enforcement & Regulatory Compliance

  • Medzudo fully cooperates with law enforcement authorities to identify and prevent child exploitation activities.
  • We immediately report any detected child abuse content to the appropriate authorities, following international legal procedures.

6. Education and Awareness for Our Community

  • We provide guidelines and educational resources to inform users about safe online behavior, reporting mechanisms, and how to recognize harmful activities.
  • Medzudo engages in partnerships with child protection organizations to continuously improve our safety policies.

How to Report a Concern

If you encounter any content or behavior that violates child safety standards on Medzudo, you can report it through the following channels:

📩 In-App Reporting: Click on the “Report” option in any post or message.
📧 Email: info@medzudo.de
🚔 For Immediate Danger: Contact local law enforcement or report directly to jugendschutz.net or the BKA Cybercrime Unit.

Conclusion

Medzudo is committed to providing a safe, ethical, and professional digital space in the healthcare sector. We stand firmly against any form of child exploitation, abuse, or harm, ensuring that our platform remains a secure and trusted environment for all users.

For more information, please visit our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy pages.