
11 Feb Online safety tip
Social Media Apps – What age should my child be to use these apps?
What risks are there of my child using these apps?
Whilst there are benefits to being online, there are risks too regardless of your child’s age. Risks include your child viewing inappropriate content, sharing personal information, cyberbullying and grooming.
Reporting functions?
If your child is using any of the above apps then make sure you show them how to use the reporting facilities within each append ensure your child knows that they must tell you or another trusted adult if they see anything upsetting online. Use the apps together and explore the different security and privacy settings.
Further information
Is your child too young to use the above apps but is still asking you if they can join social media? Then you could suggest an alternative option. Internet mattes list several apps that have been created for younger children, they are grouped for ages 6-10 and ages 11-13.