Draft for Ontario legal review

Parent/Guardian Guide

A practical guide for guardians supervising teen resale activity.

Draft notice

This page is draft website copy for FlipFit and is not legal advice. FlipFit should have an Ontario lawyer review the final version before public launch.

Age and supervision

Children under 13 may not create/control their own account.
Teens under 18 should use FlipFit with guardian awareness and oversight.
Guardians should review listings, photos, messages, meetup plans, and payment expectations for younger users.

Photo/privacy checklist

No face, school logo, uniform, student card, home address, street sign near home, license plate, or identifying bedroom detail.
Use item-only photos on plain backgrounds.
Use first name/handle and broad area only.

Meetup checklist

Choose public, well-lit places during the day.
Have a guardian/trusted adult attend for younger teens.
Avoid homes, vehicles, isolated parking lots, and private school-only areas.

Warning signs

They ask whether the teen is alone.
They ask for private photos, personal socials, codes, deposits, or secrecy.
They refuse public meetups or make inappropriate comments.