You have to enter your birth date to set up an account, but theres no age verification, so its easy for kids under 13 to sign up. Common Sense Media rates Snapchat OK for teens 16 and up, mainly because of the exposure to age-inappropriate content and the marketing ploys, such as quizzes, that collect data.

What age is appropriate for Snapchat?

13 years old The minimum age for Snapchat users is 13 years old. However, its incredibly easy for a child to circumvent the snapchat age limit by using a fake date of birth. Snapchat doesnt have the means to verify their identity or their age, so fooling the app is a breeze.

What happens if your under 13 on Snapchat?

If theyre 13 or older, they get the regular Snapchat experience with the ability to add friends and share images for 10 seconds or less. If theyre under 13 they get the kids version that allows them to take snaps, draw on them and save them locally on the device.

Is Instagram ok for 13 year olds?

How old should kids be to use Instagram? According to the terms of service, you have to be 13, but theres no age-verification process, so its very easy for kids under 13 to sign up. Common Sense rates Instagram for age 15 and up because of mature content, access to strangers, marketing ploys, and data collection.

Can Snapchat be monitored by parents?

Yes, you can monitor your childs Snapchat. Snapchat parental control is available on the Snapchat app which has several built-in features that will allow you to set the necessary restrictions. For instance, you can set your childs account to private so that it can be seen only by those your kids know.

Should I let my teenager get Snapchat?

Common Sense Media rates Snapchat OK for teens 16 and up, mainly because of the exposure to age-inappropriate content and the marketing ploys, such as quizzes, that collect data.