Should my 10 year old have TikTok?

Common Sense recommends the app for age 15+ mainly due to the privacy issues and mature content. TikTok requires that users be at least 13 years old to use the full TikTok experience, although there is a way for younger kids to access the app.
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Why should I let my kid have TikTok?

"TikTok is a platform that encourages performance, and many of its users are excited to showcase their talents. This can make it easy for predators to use flattery and compliments as a way into kids' lives, making them feel special while putting them at ease."
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Is there a kid friendly version of TikTok?

What is Zigazoo? Zigazoo is an app for kids that allows them to post short-form videos, like TikToks or Instagram Reels, and share them with their friends.
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Should a 10 year old have Snapchat?

According to the Snapchat Terms of Service, no one under the age of 13 is allowed to use the app. That said, it's extremely easy for kids to get around this rule when they sign up and many younger children are using the app. And, there are a few big safety concerns that parents should be aware of.
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Should 10 year olds have phones?

Age 10 to 12 – At this age, experts recommend the potential of kids owning a phone only to call their parents. It's still not the right age for a smartphone, or at least not one with internet access. A ScienceDaily study shows that girls are particularly affected at this age, often negatively, by owning a smartphone.
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Is TikTok safe for 10 year olds?



Should an 11 year old have a boyfriend?

Some kids may start expressing interest in having a boyfriend or girlfriend as early as age 10 while others are 12 or 13 before they show any interest. The key is for parents to remember that the tween years are a time of transition.
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Is Likee safe for 10 year olds?

Likee is rated 12+ on the Apple Store and Google Play Store recommends Parental Guidance. Technically, 16 is the minimum age according to Likee's own terms and conditions.
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How do I make TikTok safe?

Six things you can do to keep them safe on the app
  1. Talk to them about Cyberbullying. ...
  2. Set their TikTok account to private. ...
  3. Make sure they are Share Aware. ...
  4. Get familiar with the community guidelines. ...
  5. Be aware of explicit songs on the app. ...
  6. Turn on Digital Wellbeing settings on TikTok app. ...
  7. Know how and when to report.
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How do I get Snapkidz?

Tap Logout to sign out of your account.
  1. Tap Sign Up on the home screen to register a kid account.
  2. Fill in your account information, and select your child's birth date. Or just select the most recent date available.
  3. Tap Enter and you're done.
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What are the dangers of TikTok?

Long-Term Repercussions of TikTok. Using TikTok regularly, either as a consumer or content creator, increases your digital footprint. On its own, this poses great risks such as being more prone to phishing attacks and stalking.
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How do I monitor my child's TikTok?

Activate Restricted Mode
  1. From your child's device, open the TikTok app.
  2. Go to profile, then tap the three dots button to open settings.
  3. Scroll down to Digital Wellbeing.
  4. Select Restricted Mode.
  5. Choose “Turn on Restricted Mode.”
  6. Choose and confirm your passcode.
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Is it safe to download TikTok?

Chester Wisniewski, principal research scientist at Sophos, agreed: "TikTok doesn't pose any more risk to a user than any other social media sharing application. That isn't to say that there isn't risk, but it's not really different from Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram."
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Why is Snapchat 13+?

You have to enter your birth date to set up an account, but there's no age verification, so it's easy for kids under 13 to sign up. Common Sense Media rates Snapchat OK for teens 16 and up, mainly because of the exposure to age-inappropriate content and the marketing ploys, such as quizzes, that collect data.
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What app is like Snapchat but for kids?

SnapKidz is a 13-and-under version of Snapchat, a messaging app popular with teens and young adults.
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Is there a kid version of Snapchat in 2021?

Snapchat, the photo and video-sharing app where images disappear in 10 seconds or less, has launched a new feature for kids under 13. It's called SnapKidz and it's just like Snapchat, but deliberately missing one big feature: Kids can't use the app to share the images or videos with anyone.
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Is TikTok safe for 9 year olds?

Watch out for inappropriate content

People of all ages use TikTok, and a lot of the videos involve lip-synching or dancing to pop hits. So, your child could come across swearing, scantily clad adults, and suggestive dancing.
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Is TikTok a spying app?

In the US, TikTok can collect biometric information including face and voiceprints. This data is “extremely valuable” for TikTok and its advertisers, says Morgan Wright, chief security advisor at security company SentinelOne.
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Are there inappropriate videos on TikTok?

Suggestive Content Abounds

With TikTok being mostly based on music and video, profanity and suggestive clothing/dancing are the most obvious sources of adult content. But the app also encourages some themes that are much more mature than their 16+ rating would suggest.
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Is TikTok safe for 8 year olds?

Common Sense recommends the app for age 15+ mainly due to the privacy issues and mature content. TikTok requires that users be at least 13 years old to use the full TikTok experience, although there is a way for younger kids to access the app.
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Is Instagram safe for kids?

As such, it's vital for parents to know the risks their child might face. To start with, Instagram is built to be highly addictive — and children can connect with anyone on the platform. This raises several potential dangers, such as cyberbullying, low self-esteem, body image issues, stalking, phishing, and more.
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How old do you have to be to have TikTok?

Getting started

To sign up for TikTok, you must first pass through an age gate to get you into the right TikTok experience. In the US, if you're under 13 years old, you'll be placed into our TikTok for Younger Users experience which has additional privacy and safety protections designed specifically for this audience.
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What is the normal age for first kiss?

Interestingly, this is largely agreed upon across generations. No need to wait for the official first date to get a little face time, however. Americans agree kids are ready for their first kiss at age 15 (15.1 on average), while on average, they had theirs at age 14.5.
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At what age can u fall in love?

And it turns out that for most people it happens when they're quite young, with 55 percent of people saying they first fell in love between the ages of 15 and 18! Twenty percent of us then fall in love between the ages of 19 an 21, so around the time you're at university or working your first real job.
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Can a 10 year old date a 14 year old?

The answer is that you can date anyone your parents (and his) approve of you dating. You may not engage in sex, however, as it is not only a crime but carries very harsh penalties which likely are lifelong.
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Is Snapkidz still available 2022?

Hi! Snapkidz has been discontinued.
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