Strava requires users to be at least 13 years old, and in some jurisdictions may require users to be older. If a minor uses Strava with a parent or guardian's permission, the parent or guardian accepts full legal responsibility for all of the minor's actions on the platform.
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This provision allocates contractual liability to parents or guardians of underage users, establishing that parental acceptance of the Terms creates a direct obligation for the parent to monitor and ensure the minor's adherence to service rules. This mechanism creates a chain of accountability where the parent becomes responsible for enforcing compliance rather than the minor bearing sole responsibility.
If you allow your child to use Strava, you are personally responsible for their use of the platform, and their GPS location, workout history, and health-related data will be collected and commercially licensed by Strava under the same broad terms that apply to adults.
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"The Services are intended only for persons who are at least 13 years old, or such higher age as may be required in your jurisdiction. If you are a parent or legal guardian of a Strava user under the legal age to form a binding contract in your jurisdiction, you agree to be fully responsible for the acts or omissions of such user, including any breach of these Terms.Excerpt from Strava's Terms of Service
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This provision allocates contractual liability to parents or guardians of underage users, establishing that parental acceptance of the Terms creates a direct obligation for the parent to monitor and ensure the minor's adherence to service rules. This mechanism creates a chain of accountability where the parent becomes responsible for enforcing compliance rather than the minor bearing sole responsibility.
If you allow your child to use Strava, you are personally responsible for their use of the platform, and their GPS location, workout history, and health-related data will be collected and commercially licensed by Strava under the same broad terms that apply to adults.
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