Systems and methods for identity-based communication gate for social networks

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8918840
APP PUB NO 20090183226A1
SERIAL NO

12013375

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Systems and methods are disclosed that provide for control of online communication services, including social networks and video games. In some embodiments, parents of children engaging in activities using online communication services can control who their child can engage in communications with, while using online communication services. In some embodiments, parents can monitor potentially problematic communications between their child and other subscribers of an online communication service. Thus, subscribers of online communication services can be prevented from misrepresenting themselves or concealing important information, including age and gender.

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  • BETTER DATING BUREAU, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Cardita, Kenneth J Gilbert, US 2 31
Dean, Thomas M San Juan Capistrano, US 5 146

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