MovieStarPlanet is an online game and app. You can create a famous movie star character to talk to others in the chat room, play games and watch videos. Anyone can chat to you or add you as a friend.
Official age rating
Net Aware age recommendation
Sign up with your child and decide whether to enter a parental email which lets you control access to certain features, like chat.
Sitting down with your child and exploring MovieStarPlanet together is a great way for you to learn more about the game and give you an opportunity to chat with them about some of the settings that can help keep them safe.
We would recommend making sure all the communication features are switched off and showing your child how to report or block another user.
Help your child think about what they share online and who sees it. Compare it to what they would be happy to share offline.
Use examples that are easy for them to understand: “You shouldn't give your number to somebody you don't know on the street. Is somebody online you don't know any different?”
Listen to their answers. And be positive and encouraging.
Remind them that they shouldn’t share private things, such as:
On MovieStarPlanet, chat settings are public and anyone can add you as a friend.
Talk to your child about the risks of chatting to people they don’t know. Remind them not to share personal information and that they can talk to you if anything upsets them.
Your child might receive upsetting or negative things from other users on MovieStarPlanet. If this happens, they might want to report or block them.
MoiveStarPlanet has specific guidance on how to report another user and how to block someone.
And remember to let your child know that they can always talk to you about worrying things they see online.
MovieStarPlanet has information on how they safeguard children on the platform.
You might want to read this to understand what systems are in place to help keep your child safe.
If your child sees something online that upsets or worries them it’s important that you both know where you can get further support.
If you’re worried about your child or need advice you might want to call the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000.
Encourage your child to look at the Childline website, which has a range of great advice articles:
Childline’s Calm zone is also packed with tools and activities to help your child de-stress and discover news techniques that can support them when they’re feeling down. Young people can also talk about their worries with others on the Childline message boards.
Having open, regular conversations with your child will help you to really understand and explore the online world together. Our tips and advice can help you start these conversations.
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