We belong
weBelong
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MINIMUM AGE: 17+.
Under 18s should not use this app without explicit parental permission. In reality, it's not safe for minors at all. WHAT IS IT? weBelong is a social networking app aimed at LGBTQIA+ youth and other communities. It offers features like VR calls, messaging, and content sharing. While its mission is positive, the app’s open nature and lack of robust moderation can pose risks to younger users. WHAT WE SAY: Use with caution. 🔞 Exposure to Inappropriate Content Users may encounter unfiltered discussions, sensitive topics like mental health or identity struggles, and inappropriate language. These conversations are not always handled with care and can be distressing for younger users. 🛡️ Filtering & Monitoring The app lacks parental controls, content filters, and effective moderation tools. This makes it difficult to shield users from harmful interactions or content. 📱 Online Predators & Grooming Risks Because of its anonymous features and private messaging, weBelong can be exploited by predators. Users may be contacted by strangers or encouraged to move conversations to other platforms like Discord or Instagram. ⚠️ Toxic Culture & Online Bullying While many users are supportive, others may engage in shaming, exclusion, or harassment. This can create a toxic environment, especially for those already struggling with identity or self-esteem. 🚨Identity Disclosure Pressure Younger users may feel pressured to label or disclose their gender identity or sexual orientation before they’re ready. This can lead to confusion, anxiety, or even unwanted exposure if their identity is shared outside the app. 🧠 Mental Health Users often share personal experiences and advice related to mental health. While well-intentioned, this advice is not always accurate or safe. Vulnerable users may follow harmful suggestions or avoid seeking professional help. ⚠️ No Effective Age Verification There are no ID checks or reliable age-gating systems. Users can easily lie about their age, which increases the risk of minors being exposed to adult content or interactions. 🔓 Privacy Concerns Doxxing, leaking personal info, and identity exposure are common issues on this platform. |
🛡️SAFETY TIPS:
📲Understand the platform: Familiarise yourself with Tattle Life's features and how they work. Knowing how the app works will help you guide your child effectively. 👨👧Parental supervision: Check their interactions and adjust privacy settings accordingly. Try to stay up-to-date on Internet trends and best practices. 📢Underage Accounts: Tattle Life might have an age restriction but it lacks a proper age verification process. Therefore, there’s little stopping users from faking their dates of birth or creating bogus profiles and targeting children and young people. 📷 Cover the Webcam When Not in Use Physically cover your camera when you're not ready to go live. Always be mindful of what’s visible in your background—it can reveal location clues. 🧠 Trust Your Instincts If something feels uncomfortable, it is uncomfortable. Leave the chat immediately and don’t engage with users who seem suspicious, aggressive, or inappropriate. 🖥️ Place Devices in Shared Spaces Keep internet-connected devices in living rooms or kitchens, not bedrooms. This makes risky behavior less likely and easier to notice. 🙋♀️Conversations: Have open discussions with children and young people about the topics associated with online use - bullying, grooming, sexual and criminal exploitation, body image, as well as accessing support and how to report. 🚨 Know the Signs of Trouble Watch for behaviour changes—like anxiety, secrecy, mood swings, or suddenly deleting apps. These can signal something inappropriate happened online. 💬Conversations: Have open discussions with children and young people about the topics associated with online use - bullying, grooming, sexual and criminal exploitation, body image, as well as accessing support and how to report. FURTHER SUPPORT: For parents/ carers If you're worried about your child or need support call NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000. If you discover criminal content when online then report it directly to the police or the Internet Watch Foundation. If you're worried about online grooming or sexual behaviour online then report directly to the police or contact CEOP. For Children & young people if they're worried or want to talk, encourage them to contact Childline Online or call 0800 1111. Check out our Resource Centre for further information and useful online safety tips. FURTHER SUPPORT: For parents/ carers If you're worried about your child or need support call NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000. If you discover criminal content when online then report it directly to the police or the Internet Watch Foundation. If you're worried about online grooming or sexual behaviour online then report directly to the police or contact CEOP. For Children & young people if they're worried or want to talk, encourage them to contact Childline Online or call 0800 1111. Check out our Resource Centre for further information and useful online safety tips. 
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