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Is it safe? · Age check

Is TikTok safe for a 16+-year-old?

High risk

Handle with care

Risky for a 16+-year-old — only with active supervision

TikTok is rated High risk in our review. For a 16+-year-old it needs active supervision; the main thing to handle is strangers can reach them unless privacy is locked down. Ages 16+ with screen time limits.

What to watch at 16+

  • watchStrangers can reach them unless privacy is locked down
  • watchOnly limited parental controls

What to do

Ages 16+ with screen time limits.

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