Privacy check: sign-up form — Software Developer · Pretender

A fictional homework app for 10–14 year-olds is about to launch. A Software Developer mission in Pretender, about 4 min, free.

Spot the issues · ~4 min

Your role

You're the developer reviewing (in this game).

Your goal

Find the 4 privacy problems before launch.

What you know

Collect only the data the app really needs (data minimisation), protect it, and be clear about it.

Limits

Children's data needs extra care under European rules (GDPR).

Success looks like

Only what's needed — You cut the data the app doesn't need.
Stored safely — You caught the unsafe storage.
Honest & clear — Users know what happens to their data.

Skills you used

Vigilance — Noticing warning signs early.
Responsibility — Knowing when to act and when to ask for help.

In real life

Developers do 'privacy by design': they review forms and databases for unneeded data, hash passwords and work with legal teams on consent. Data protection authorities can fine apps that get it wrong.

Software Developer

Build the apps and tools people use every day.

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