Why does Pokémon GO need your birthday?

The Niantic birthday box is a gift to every Pokémon Go player in celebration of, unsurprisingly, Niantic's birthday. Opening this birthday box will reward you with some useful free times, but its only available for a limited time.
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Does Pokémon GO steal your information?

Pokémon's terms state they do not allow third parties to collect kids' personal data (including persistent identifiers) for behavioral advertising, amassing a profile, or any purpose other than to support its internal operations unless they have obtained explicit prior parental consent.
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Do you have to be 18 for Pokémon GO?

Yes, you need to be over the age of 13 to set up an account. The app does allow a parent to set up an account for their child to use if they are not 13 yet. You can either set up an account by using your Google email address or by setting up a Pokemon Trainer account—both of which have a 13 age requirement.
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Why does Pokémon GO need my email parent?

We're required by law to obtain verifiable consent from the child's parent before we gather any personal information from the child. Because of this, we need to verify your identity so we know you are really you.
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Do you have to be 13 to play Pokémon GO?

Is there an age limit for players? You have to be 13 or over to download the app, according to the app's terms and conditions. In the US privacy legislation requires parents of under-13s to sign permission before any data about their children can be collected.
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What is age 0 in Pokémon GO?

FINDING POKÉMON WITH A SPECIFIC STATUS

For example, "age0" will show Pokémon you caught within the last 24 hours and “age1” will show Pokémon you caught 24 to 48 hours ago.
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Why is Pokémon GO 9+?

Age Rating

Lobby group Common Sense media rate the game only suitable for children over 13, citing privacy concerns, violence and drug references. The wide variance of this guidance is a sign of how ground-breaking the Pokémon GO game is.
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Why is Pokémon GO asking for my SSN?

This information is collected solely to verify your identity and will NOT be stored or used for any other purpose after the initial check. Alternatively, you can verify your identity by credit card. Learn more.
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Are Niantic kids safe?

A: Niantic Kids is powered by SuperAwesome's Kid Web Services (KWS) platform. SuperAwesome KWS is certified as COPPA-compliant by the kidSAFE Seal Program and is an ESRB Privacy Certified member in good standing.
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How old should you be to play Pokemon?

Extremely entertaining series of series! Very kid friendly but some violence and scary scenes. Great messages about friendship and teamwork so I recommend children 5 and up can watch Pokemon!
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Is Pokémon GO still popular 2021?

Pokémon Go monthly active users grew 15% through the first five months of this year, 2021, while spending spiked 49%. According to the top app analyst Sensor Tower, the firm also says that 2020 was the game's most profitable year yet. Are you still there? Deo: Yeah, I can hear you.
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How do I change my date of birth in Pokémon GO?

A player's user name and date of birth cannot be altered.
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How old is Ash in Pokemon?

Answered. After years of Pokemon having TV shows, movies, and games, Ash Ketchum is… 10 years old. In the first episode of Indigo League, he confirms this age right before he begins his Pokemon trainer adventure.
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Can Pokemon go track you?

Adventure Sync uses HealthKit and Google Fit to track your steps.
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Why does Pokemon want access to my contacts?

Why does Pokémon Go need access to your contacts? It doesn't. This may simply be the foundation for Niantic to offer a larger multiplayer component to Pokémon Go in the future. At this current time, it isn't possible to chat within the app or use your contacts in any meaningful way.
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Can people track me through Pokemon go?

Players of Pokémon GO cannot see the location of other players in the game. Your location is kept private.
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Is Pokémon GO banned?

Despite no formal bans, Pokemon GO has been intensely scrutinized, citing safety hazards within the region specifically. During the Balkan Wars, landmines were commonly planted in the area. There are severe safety concerns, given that players wander into all kinds of terrain.
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Can a 11 year old play Pokémon GO?

So, to answer the questions: no, you should not allow your kids to play Pokemon Go. However, kids aren't the most reasonable creatures. If they do throw off a temper, make sure that they stay inside while playing the game. Outside's fine, if it's just around the house.
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Why does Pokémon GO need my address?

Pokémon) requires this data for all participants so that they can be contacted to receive important information regarding any number of special prizes that could be earned such as Scholarships, Invitations or Travel Awards.
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Is it safe to enter SSN on an app?

Some online applications require you to fill in the Social Security box before you continue with the application. If that's the case, you should feel safe entering your number as long as you see a green "https" or a green company name, a padlock, you're using an updated browser and you have an up-to-date antivirus.
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Is it safe to give your Social Security number on an app?

So it shouldn't be on any job application. If they won't budge and you're not comfortable giving them your personal information, then don't. "Every time another entity stores your Social, it's one more chance for identity theft," said Butler.
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Should I give current my SSN?

Yes, Current requires a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN) to open an account. Your Social Security Number helps us validate your identity and protect your platform.
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Is Pokémon good for my child?

The Pokémon are kid-appealing, but the series features lots of fantasy violence, and pits the cute, monster-like characters against each other on behalf of their trainers. There are some positive messages (teamwork, sportsmanship, respecting elders), but it may be too intense for younger children.
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Is Pokémon GO violent?

Violence In Video Games

The incident over Pokémon GO comes at a sensitive time for the industry, as video games are once again under the spotlight for allegedly causing the youth to become violent.
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Can a 7 year old play Pokémon GO?

The game may be suitable for all ages, but there are a few things parents should consider before heading out to catch Pokemon with their tot. “Pokemon Go” is categorized as a location-based augmented reality game, which requires you physically walk around and leave your home to catch the adorably animated creatures.
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