Sites, apps and games we've reviewed so far
Rather than trying to cover every social network out there, we’re focusing on the ones kids use the most.
How we developed this guideShowing 15 of 39 networks
Facebook and Messenger
Facebook is a social network which lets you create a page about yourself. Facebook Messenger allows you to instant message in group chats or one to one.
ASKfm
ASKfm is a social networking site where you can ask other people questions. You can choose to ask the question anonymously.
BBM
Blackberry's BBM is an instant messaging app. You have your own unique 4 digit pin and other people can only add you using this.
Google+
Google+ is a space where you can share photos and videos, instant message or make video-calls.
Kik
Kik is an instant messaging app which lets you create your own username, share messages, photos, games and news or organise events.
Snapchat
Snapchat is an app that lets you send a photo, short video or message to your contacts.
YouTube
YouTube allows you to watch, create and comment on videos. You can create your own YouTube account, playlists and channel with a public profile.
Minecraft: Pocket Edition
Minecraft is a game that lets you build and create a virtual world using building blocks.
Skype
Skype is a computer programme and app, which lets you send instant messages and make audio and video calls to other users around the world.
Tumblr
Tumblr is a social networking site that lets you share text, photos, quotes, links, audio clips, slideshows and videos and live broadcasts.
Omegle
Omegle is a social networking site that randomly connects you to another person who’s on the site. It lets you talk to others in a one-to-one audio or video conversation anonymously, or you can choose to share your personal information.
ooVoo
ooVoo lets you make video and voice calls and send texts to other people, friends and family.What's in the news
NSPCC and O2
To children, online life is real life. We've joined forces with O2 to help parents explore and understand online life as kids know it.
About this guide
We worked with 674 parents and carers, and 1,696 young people to review the sites, apps and games that children use.
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