![]() ![]() They can still ask question anonymously but they won’t receive anonymous questions. Under settings and privacy, users can choose “do not allow anonymous questions”. Teens can try to reduce inappropriate questions and harassment by not allowing anonymous questions. In fact, several schools in the UK have sent out letters warning parents about this site. Questions on ask.fm have been linked to cyberbullying incidents in both Ireland and the UK. Teens are using ask.fm to stir up trouble or send vicious questions. The ability to ask anything and remain anonymous has led some teens to abuse this site. Scrolling though ask.fm, it is clear teens do not always stick to these general questions. These questions are simple things like “what is your favorite food?” or “What did you do yesterday?”. When teens first sign up, ask.fm starts them off with 5 questions. Unfortunately, this q&a site, like it predecessor Formspring, is gaining a reputation as a cyberbullying site. Teens can also link ask.fm to other social media and their answers automatically appear on their Facebook or Twitter profiles. They do not have to follow someone to ask them a question. If they follow someone, the person’s answers and likes appear in their newsfeed. But, questions only appear on their profile if they answer it. When they receive a question, they can either write their answer or record a video answer.Īll ask.fm profiles are public. Questions can be sent directly to one person or sent to all users. ![]() The default on ask.fm is to “ask anonymously” with this box automatically checked. They can choose to ask it anonymously or include their username. On ask.fm, they can ask anyone a question. Once they are on, they can add more information to their profile such as a picture or their location. Teens, over 13 years old, can sign up and create a profile by filling in their name, username and email or using their Facebook or Twitter account. Ask.fm is available as an app or on the desktop. On ask.fm, users can ask each other questions and answers are posted on their profile. One site I hear about and parents should definitely watch out for is ask.fm.Īsk.fm is a question and answer site that reminds me of Formspring. Some other sites are also on their radar. Two of the rising stars for teens are Twitter and Instagram. According to the Pew Internet, teens, although still on Facebook, “have a waning enthusiasm for Facebook.” They are looking for new social media sites to add to their laptops and mobiles. ![]()
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