Is Tellonym safe for kids?

High risk

Anonymous Q&A app that connects kids with strangers—risky for anyone under 16.

How that verdict changes by age

Not recommended · Below the app's own minimum age (13+)
- Is Tellonym safe for a 6–9-year-old?
Handle with care · Below the app's own minimum age (13+)
- Is Tellonym safe for a 10–12-year-old?
Handle with care · Strangers can message your child
- Is Tellonym safe for a 13–15-year-old?
- Is Tellonym safe for a 16+-year-old?

Quick facts
Minimum age	13
Strangers can contact	Yes
Location sharing	No
Disappearing messages	Not verified
Parental visibility	Limited

What to do

Not recommended for under 13. Watch closely 13-15; the anonymous messaging feature can facilitate bullying, inappropriate contact, and unwanted solicitation. Acceptable for 16+ with awareness of anonymity risks.

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What it actually is

Tellonym lets users create a shareable link to receive anonymous questions and messages from anyone, then answer and share those responses publicly. It functions as a hybrid between a Q&A feed and a messaging app, with built-in DM features and cross-posting to Instagram and Snapchat.

Check privacy settings to limit who can send you "Tells" (anonymous messages). If available, enable restrictions to allow only known friends rather than open-link sharing. Review linked Instagram and Snapchat accounts to control cross-posting of answers. Disable notifications from strangers if that option exists.

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