Not long ago, the “TikTok” application has started to be downloaded to teenagers' mobiles. It can be fun but it is important to set limits and know that like any other digital thing it is not without danger. TikTok was the 4th most downloaded social app at the end of 2019.
Its operation is simple, music videos of 15 seconds are made and the minimum age to use the application and social network is 13 years old, although it is used by boys and girls from 10 years old. Be alert!
Tik tok as a magnet for stalkers
This type of social network is a magnet for bullies so it is important that parents have full access to the application when their children use it. It is an application that is used by too many minors, more minors than any other social network.
When a video is published there is no filter and any user can send a direct message to the author of the video. This is too tempting for pedophiles and don't let your guard down.
child grooming
When we talk about Child grooming we are referring to deceptive attitudes and actions by an adult to gain the trust of a minor and obtain sexual favors. It sounds just as disgusting as it really is. In this same social network, 8-year-old children have received threatening messages from adults to get sexual favors.
Beware of challenges
There is no social network that is not without its dangers. TikTok also has absurd and dangerous challenges like #VacuumChallenge which consists of getting into a garbage bag, connecting to a vacuum cleaner and, literally, being vacuum packed. Another challenge is to put lip glue on the part of the mustache so that the upper lip is raised.
Watch the use of social networks in your children so that they do not do dangerous things for them.