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Understanding Guardian Mode

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Guardian Mode on Goava

Guardian Mode provides peace of mind for parents while giving young users the freedom to explore safely.

What is Guardian Mode?

A feature that allows a trusted adult to:

Receive notifications about events

See check-in status

Access emergency contacts

View activity summaries

Setting Up Guardian Mode

For Users:

1.

Go to **Settings > Safety > Guardian Mode**

2.

Tap **Add Guardian**

3.

Enter guardian's email or phone

4.

They'll receive an invitation

5.

Once accepted, Guardian Mode is active

For Guardians:

1.

Accept the invitation via email/text

2.

Create or log into your Goava account

3.

Access the Guardian Dashboard

What Guardians Can See

Event RSVPs and attendance

Check-in confirmations

Emergency alerts

Weekly activity summaries

What Guardians Cannot See

Private messages

Detailed conversations

Specific friends/connections

Browsing activity

Privacy Balance

Guardian Mode is designed to:

Provide safety oversight

Respect user independence

Build trust between guardians and users

Adjusting Settings

Users can customize what guardians see:

All events vs. only overnight events

Real-time vs. summary notifications

Location during events only

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