Child Safety & Security
Little Wheels is designed with your child's safety as our highest priority. Every feature is crafted to create a secure, nurturing digital environment.
Last updated: January 7, 2025
My Promise to Your Family
I built Little Wheels differently—as a parent who was tired of apps that exploit children's attention. Here's what I promise, always:
100% Offline-First
Works anywhere without internet. Car rides, flights, waiting rooms—no WiFi needed, ever.
Zero Ads, Forever
No advertisements, pop-ups, or sponsored content. Your child's attention stays on learning.
One-Time Purchase
7 days free with no credit card, then $4.99 once, yours forever. No subscriptions, no auto-renew.
No Tracking or Data Collection
COPPA-compliant by design. We collect nothing. No analytics on your child, no data selling.
No External Links
Children cannot accidentally leave the app. No web browsers, no social media, no surprises.
No Social Features
No chat, sharing, or user accounts for children. A completely private, safe play space.
📚Why This Matters: Research-Aligned Design
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends limited, high-quality screen time for young children. This pledge isn't just marketing—it's how I align with pediatric guidance. No ads means no manipulation. Offline-first means no endless content loops. One-time purchase means I succeed when your child learns, not when they stay glued to a screen.
100% Ad-Free
No advertisements, pop-ups, or marketing content. Your child's attention stays focused on learning.
No External Links
Children cannot accidentally leave the app or access inappropriate websites through our platform.
No Social Features
No chat, sharing, or social media integration. Your child plays in a completely private environment.
Parental Controls
All settings, purchases, and account management require parental authentication.
COPPA Compliant
Fully compliant with children's privacy laws. No personal data collection from children under 13.
Secure Data
All data transmission is encrypted and stored securely. Progress saves locally on your device.
Age-Appropriate Design
Motor Skills Consideration
- •Large touch targets designed for small fingers
- •Simple tap and swipe gestures only
- •No complex multi-finger interactions
- •Forgiving interface that prevents accidental exits
Cognitive Development
- •Content appropriate for 2-6 year development stages
- •Clear visual feedback for all interactions
- •Positive reinforcement, no failure states
- •Self-paced learning without time pressure
Healthy Screen Time
Recommended session length for kids
Parent-child interaction enhances learning
Gentle prompts for physical play time
How Little Wheels Compares
What parents actually want vs. what most apps deliver
| Feature | Little Wheels | Free Apps | Subscriptions | Video Apps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works offline | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| No advertisements | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| No subscriptions | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| No data tracking | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| No external links | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| No social features | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| No dark patterns | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| No upsells in-app | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
Little Wheels: $4.99 one-time purchase • Ages 2–6 •See all three apps →