Wizz
UrgentA stranger-danger app marketed to teens as a friend-finder. Delete it immediately.
Ages 13–15Ages 16+
| Minimum age | 17 |
| Strangers can contact | Yes |
| Location sharing | Yes |
| Disappearing messages | |
| Parental visibility | None |
What it actually is
Wizz is a social networking app that connects teens with complete strangers based on age and location. Unlike apps where kids connect with people they already know, Wizz is specifically designed for meeting strangers — adults included. It has been linked to numerous predatory incidents and child exploitation cases. There are no meaningful parental controls and no way to verify who your child is actually talking to.
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How to check if your child has Wizz
- Search "Wizz" on their phone home screen and in App Library
- Check App Store or Google Play purchase/download history
- Search camera roll for the orange W logo
What to do if you find it
- Have a calm conversation first — ask how they heard about it
- Explain clearly that the app connects them with strangers, not friends from school
- Delete the app together
- Check their contacts for unknown numbers added around the same time
- Ask if they shared their phone number, location, or photos with anyone on the app
Last updated: 4/17/2026