Chat rooms can be scary for kids and lead to potentially dangerous situations, but experts say they are not as threatening as information-sharing social media platforms. Chat rooms are online platforms that offer strangers a place to talk in group “rooms,” similar to a text group chat but most users are anonymous.

Can someone track you on Snapchat?

Snap Maps could let unsavory people track you at all times, which can be especially disastrous given Snapchats young demographics. Users dont choose when to tag their locations; Snapchat simply tracks them and broadcasts where they are constantly.

What are the disadvantages of chatting online?

ConsYou cant be sure other people are being honest or that they are who they say they are.If you are feeling vulnerable, people online might try to take advantage of you.Building relationships online can result in your spending less time with friends and family.28 May 2021