Lunaria & Abigale
Hey Abigale, I’ve been thinking about how we could design a virtual sanctuary that’s not only peaceful but also fully compliant with all the privacy and safety regulations out there—kind of like a meditation retreat in VR that keeps people safe and calm. How do you see the legal side of that?
Abigale: Okay, let’s break it down step by step. First, data protection—GDPR for EU users, CCPA for Californians, maybe the new privacy law in Arizona if you’re in the US. You need explicit consent before collecting any biometric data or even location info, and you must explain why you need it. Next, safety: a clear user‑agreement that users acknowledge they’re in a virtual environment and understand the risk of motion sickness or psychological triggers. You should also have a robust content‑moderation policy and a quick‑exit option in case someone feels distressed. Make sure the VR platform’s terms cover liability, and don’t forget to include a “no minors” clause unless you can prove robust age‑verification. Finally, keep logs of any incidents and a procedure for reporting violations. That’s the legal skeleton; the rest is just filling in the details without blowing up your budget.