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Social Media “When should I let me kid get TikTok?”. “How old until my kids can have Snapchat?” While there’s no ‘one size fits all’ solution that works for every family, you can take these research-backed recommendations in light of your family’s goals and decide how to move forward for each of your children. TikTok […]
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Research-backed recommendations to help you decide when and how each social platform fits your family's goals.
Explore
Okay for ages 16+
Use Family Pairing, time limits, privacy controls, and ongoing conversations about posting, comments, trends, and algorithmic feeds.
Guardian GuideOkay for ages 16+
Use teen accounts and talk often about comparison, body image, influencers, direct messages, and mature content boundaries.
Teen AccountsNot recommended under 18
The platform allows mature content and has limited parent controls, so it is a poor fit for kids and younger teens.
Safety SettingsNot recommended under 18
Communities vary widely, explicit content is easy to find, and moderation standards are inconsistent across subreddits.
Parent GuideOkay for ages 16+
Use Family Center and direct conversations about disappearing messages, sextortion, screenshots, location sharing, and peer pressure.
Family CenterWhitelist for younger kids
For younger kids, prefer whitelisted access. For teens, use supervised accounts, content levels, and strict time limits.
Family Controls