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Children Under 18 Prohibition

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What it is

Fireworks AI's platform is not for anyone under 18, and the company says it will delete any personal data it accidentally collects from a minor.

This analysis describes what Fireworks AI's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes an age-based eligibility requirement for service access and creates a procedural mechanism for data deletion upon discovery of underage user participation. It reflects the entity's operational policy regarding compliance with age restrictions for its Services.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

If a minor under 18 uses the Fireworks AI platform, their data may be collected before the violation is discovered and deleted — parents should monitor minors' access to AI developer platforms and report accidental collection to privacy@fireworks.ai.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Delete Your Data
    If you are a parent or guardian and believe a minor's data was collected by Fireworks AI, email privacy@fireworks.ai immediately to request deletion and account closure.

How other platforms handle this

OpenAI Medium

You must be at least 13 years old to use our Services. If you are under 18, you must have your parent or guardian's permission to use our Services. Certain Services or features may have higher age requirements.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 18. If you are under the age of 18, please do not use or provide any information on our Services. If we learn we have collected or received personal data from a child under the age of 18 without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information.

Excerpt from Fireworks AI's Privacy Policy

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

(1) REGULATORY FRAMEWORK: This provision directly implicates COPPA (15 U.S.C.

Insight

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Enforcement risk, jurisdiction flags, contract triggers, and due diligence action items.

Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
    File a complaint →

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union

Provision details

Document information
Document
Fireworks AI Privacy Policy
Entity
Fireworks AI
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 7, 2026
Last verified
May 7, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-005148
Document ID
CA-D-00484
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
75fee2a56852328ce986dddc295a847f6a2d5162e36be176a4ce65b003734944
Analysis generated
May 7, 2026 16:31 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Fireworks AI
Document: Fireworks AI Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-005148
Captured: 2026-05-07 16:31:35 UTC
SHA-256: 75fee2a56852328c…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/fireworks-ai/fireworks-ai-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-005148/children-under-18-prohibition/
Accessed: Sept. 13, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Fireworks AI's Children Under 18 Prohibition clause do?

This provision establishes an age-based eligibility requirement for service access and creates a procedural mechanism for data deletion upon discovery of underage user participation. It reflects the entity's operational policy regarding compliance with age restrictions for its Services.

How does this clause affect you?

If a minor under 18 uses the Fireworks AI platform, their data may be collected before the violation is discovered and deleted — parents should monitor minors' access to AI developer platforms and report accidental collection to privacy@fireworks.ai.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 2 platforms. See the full comparison.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with Fireworks AI?

No. ConductAtlas is an independent monitoring service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Fireworks AI.