Now the world’s go-to short video platform, TikTok captivates young audiences with its endless stream of engaging clips, but not without potential pitfalls. From unsettling or age-inappropriate content to harmful viral challenges, misinformation and even radicalisation, this ever-popular app can expose children to content that may not always be suitable for them.
Our #WakeUpWednesday guide explores TikTok’s hidden hazards, including in-app spending, compulsive screen time and privacy concerns, offering clear advice for parents and educators. With expert insight and practical safety tips, it aims to help families ensure that TikTok use remains fun, positive and, most importantly, safe. (source: The National College)
What Parents and Educators Need to Know About TikTok
My mum and dad talk to me about social media and what is ok to watch online and what is not. I have age restrictions on my phone and I am not allowed on tik tok anyway.
This is very interesting I have learned a lot more about how Tik Tok is bad and how to prevent bad things happening to me on Tik Tok
Elijah Griffiths prep 6
Thank you, this was super useful. I am not allowed on Tik Tok and I have screen time limits too and an age limit on games and websites.
Good to hear that you’re not allowed on Tik Tok – there is an age limit for this and many other social media apps, which people seem to ignore. Mr. S