10 Social Media Platforms Your Kids Are Using and What You Need to Know!
As a Senior in High school, I am constantly up to date with new apps and social media trends.
Here are ten apps that your kids are using.
1. Instagram
Instagram provides kids a platform for socializing, self-expression, creativity, and entertainment, making it a popular choice among younger users.
However, parents and guardians must ensure that kids use Instagram responsibly and safely, guiding them on appropriate usage, privacy settings, and online etiquette.
2. Snapchat
Kids use Snapchat for its unique feature of disappearing messages, which adds an element of privacy and spontaneity to their conversations, and for its fun filters and lenses that allow for creative and entertaining self-expression through photos and videos.
3. TikTok
Kids use TikTok for its endless stream of short-form videos covering various topics, from humor and dance challenges to DIY tutorials and educational content, providing a constant source of entertainment and inspiration.
TikTok’s algorithmic feed and easy-to-use video creation tools make it an engaging platform for expressing creativity and connecting with a global community of users.
4. YouTube
Kids watch YouTube for its vast and diverse content, including cartoons, educational videos, gaming streams, and vlogs, catering to their varied interests and providing endless entertainment options.
YouTube’s recommendation algorithm suggests personalized content, keeping kids engaged and immersed in a world of endless discovery and entertainment.
5. WhatsApp
Kids use WhatsApp for its convenient messaging features. These allow them to easily communicate with friends and family through text, voice messages, and video calls without needing phone numbers.
WhatsApp’s group chat functionality lets kids stay connected with multiple friends simultaneously, facilitating group conversations and coordinating various activities.
6. BeReal
BeReal is an app where you get a notification, and you have “2 mins left to capture a BeReal and see what your friends are up to!” Once you have taken your BeReal ( a pic of the front side of your phone and the back side), you can look and react to your friends or even comment.
7. Pinterest
Kids use Pinterest to discover and save inspiration for various interests, including DIY projects, fashion, recipes, and home décor. This gives them a visually appealing platform to explore and curate their tastes.
Additionally, Pinterest’s user-friendly interface and ability to organize content into personalized boards make it an engaging platform for kids to express their creativity and share ideas with peers.
8. Call of Duty Mobile
Call of Duty Mobile is a fun game that kids can spend hours playing with their friends. However, since this is an online game, kids can also play with strangers.
9. Facebook
Kids might use Facebook to connect with family members, particularly older relatives who primarily use this platform for communication, to join groups or pages related to their interests, hobbies, or school activities, facilitating community engagement and information sharing within their social circles.
However, it’s worth noting that Facebook’s popularity among younger demographics has decreased recently, with many preferring other social media platforms like Instagram or Snapchat.
10. Locket
Locket is a fun app that’s just like Snapchat but it uploads pictures to your friends home screens. The images can remain in the “locket” to store memories.
