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Is it safe? · Age check

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

Watch risk

Handle with care

Workable for a 16+-year-old with the right settings

WeChat is rated Watch risk in our review. For a 16+-year-old it can work with the right settings; the main thing to handle is strangers can message your child. Fine for 16+ with parental awareness of payment features and mini-app permissions.

What to watch at 16+

  • watchStrangers can message your child
  • watchShares location
  • watchOnly limited parental controls

What to do

Fine for 16+ with parental awareness of payment features and mini-app permissions.

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