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FirstGov for Kids is a gateway that links kids to other sites. Primarily we link to kids' government sites, but we do include links to non-profit and some commercial sites. Our selection criteria and linking policy is listed below.

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Want to link to Kids.Gov?

To request a link:

Upon request, we will evaluate sites for inclusion in the FirstGov for Kids portal. Please read the information below, prior to sending your request. If your site does not meet the criteria, please do not send in a request. The final decision for inclusion is based on whether FirstGov for Kids determines that your site has met all of the criteria.

Link priority:
  1. Government agency website.
  2. Non-profit organization website.
  3. Commercial websites as supplementary information to government or non-profit websites.

Evaluation criteria for sites:

  • The primary intent of the website is to educate and inform, rather than persuade, convert, or sell. The site may include advertising but is free from heavy marketing or promotion of products.
  • The site is compliant with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The Federal Trade Commission has a fun and easy to understand website called Kidz Privacy; this site explains the ruling in more simple terms. Each site must self-certify that they are COPPA compliant.
  • The site provides information that falls in one of our subject categories (listed in the heading above) and is appropriate for children ages 5-13. The site is designed for children, with attention paid to language, activities, and entertainment that are suitable for this age group.
  • The site's owner or sponsor is easily identifiable, and information on how to contact the owner or sponsor is provided.
  • The site clearly states if any charges or registration process is required for use of the site.
  • The site does not promote specific religious or other social agendas.

Note to non-government sites: If we feel that your site meets our criteria, but duplicates information already covered by too many of the other sites that we link to, your site will be added to a rotating list of sites. We cycle through these sites frequently.

Update August 26, 2003

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