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WhatsApp offers a quick, easy, and free way for young people to connect with friends and family, whether by sharing photos, videos or memes. WhatsApp requires a minimum age of 16 but relies on the honesty of the child and family to adhere to the age restrictions.
- Can a 12 year old use WhatsApp?
- Why is WhatsApp over 16?
- Why is WhatsApp 13 +?
- Do you need to be 18 for WhatsApp?
Can a 12 year old use WhatsApp?
If you live in any other country except those in the European Region, you must be at least 13 years old (or such greater age required in your country) to register for and use WhatsApp. Please refer to our Terms of Service for more information.
Why is WhatsApp over 16?
The current age requirement for WhatsApp is 16+ although it had previously been 13. This was changed due to new data protection legislation enacted in Europe (GDPR) - this is because of some of the information WhatsApp will collect about users such as phone number and information on what device you are using.
Why is WhatsApp 13 +?
The GDPR forces social networks gathering data on children into getting consent from a parent or a guardian. Even so, the minimum age for using the WhatsApp app still stands at 13 for children outside of Europe.
Do you need to be 18 for WhatsApp?
WhatsApp is a free messaging app that allows users to send messages, voice messages, images, and videos. You can also make calls (including video). You are meant to be 16 to use WhatsApp, but there is no age verification.
