You Tube
The recommended age to use YouTube is 13+years . A lot of inappropriate content can be found on YouTube and it relies heavily on users flagging content that violates the terms and conditions of their service.

What can you do to make it safer for your children?

• Turn on Restricted mode – this mode restricts the availability of mature content.
• Sit with your child and see what they are watching.
• Ensure your child knows how to report content.
• Make sure your child understands that they can talk to you if they see anything upsetting online.

YouTube Kids is also available with the option to select the shows you prefer your child to watch, however inappropriate content has also been found on here too.

WhatsApp – Group Messaging
You must be at least 16 years old to register for and use WhatsApp. WhatsApp is a free messaging app that allows you to send messages and videos. WhatsApp has a group chat function which allows up to 256 people to be added. Groups are set up by one person (who is the admin) and everybody in the group, even if they’re not one of your child’s phone contacts will be able to see all messages sent. If your child is added to a group with someone they have previously blocked, that person can still see their messages and send them messages through the group. WhatsApp has been used in instances of online bullying, for example sending nasty messages or sharing images of other children without their permission in order to embarrass them. WhatsApp does offer the ability to block and report contacts.