Oh TikToK. This wildly popular app is taking over homes, and has our kids begging to watch and create content for it.
But is TiKToK for kids? Let’s discuss, and then share a list of TiKToK users kids can watch with you.
Shouldn’t there be a space in between TiK and ToK? Totally showing my age with that question. The short answer to the question above is no. Don’t let that annoy you too much, parents.There’s some mature content on TikTok and it can be difficult to avoid it on the app. BUT, after deep diving into the app, I’ve found some TiKToK users kids can actually watch and enjoy. Before we list them, let’s talk a little more about this app.
What Is TiKTok?
If you remember Musical.ly, you know exactly what TiKToK is. Both companies merged, and took on the TiKToK name. It’s a social network for sharing user-generated videos. There’s a lot of lip-syncing, dancing, and comedy on the platform, which makes it fun for kids to watch.
TheTikTok app age limit is actually 13, but there are tons of tweens that are on the platform and creating content. This is why it’s important for parents to monitor their kids activity on TiKToK.
Quick Safety Tips For TiKToK
Don’t get me wrong. This app isn’t completely safe. Is TikToK dangerous? It can be. There are ways we can allow our kids to enjoy the platform, while keeping them from seeing questionable content. Here are some safety tips to follow.
- create an account under your name, not theirs
- keep the app on your phone, not theirs
- put earbuds on to watch TiKToKs before you show them to your kids (in case of inappropriate language)
- watch TiKToK together during family time
- keep the account private, so any TiKToKs you make together won’t be seen by predators or trolls
- only view the “Follow” tab of the app, after you follow the kid-friendly TiKToK creators below
Using Hashtags to Find Quality TiKToK Creators
One of the ways I filtered down to our favorite TiKToK creators for kids is by using the hashtags on the platform. Family friendly TiKToK creators use hashtags to attract the audience they want.
Hashtags like #petsoftiktok #mathtricks #familyfun are a few of my favorite hashtags to check out when I open the platform.
You can also find great creators through the music tracks used on the app. I will do a deep dive post about how to properly use this hack in an upcoming TiKToK hacks for parents post.
{Related Post: 100 Questions No One Ever Asks}
Kid-Friendly TikTok Creators
We’ve had such a great time finding all of these TikTok users kids can watch. Many are extremely talented, and in true Martin family fashion, quite a few of them love all things Disney. Disney themed TiKToK creators are just so fun.
Here’s a list of TiKTok creators that are safe for kids. These are users we have investigated to make sure that (as of the writing of this post) they don’t have questionable content on their account.
This includes extreme adult language, songs with adult words or situations, or skits covering topics that may be PG-13 or higher.
We’ll continue to update this list as we find more awesome creators, so be sure to save this blog post in your phone browser and share with fellow parents.
- jonathan_molo_magic
- NFL (yup, that NFL)
- AgentRayBans
- chemteacherphil
- Collin_c_storm
- Totallythebomb
- nickuhas
- artbyandreaehrhardt
- dancakesteam
- geophares18
- enzasbargains
- cheerfuljayda0
- cimorelliband
- shilohandbros
- fruit_by_the_foot_gusher
- josiah.hughes
- drewryn
- rileyhubatka
- insecthaus_adi
- jayprehistoricpets
- mokshabybee
- 77drawtricks
- thefrozenman
- wewearcute
- Disneyglennb
- drleslie
- TrishaAndCharlotte
And if you join TiKToK, be sure to follow me! I’m amiyrahmartin on TiKToK. All of our TiKToKs are family friendly and (usually) funny.
Conclusion – TiKToK For Kids Is A Thing
I hope this post helps you and your kids experience this emerging platform. While it does have some questionable content, TikTok can be for kids and the whole family can enjoy it.
By taking a few steps before showing TiKToKs to your kids, and making this a family activity, you’ll be sure to have them view content that is age appropriate and fun.
Know of even for TiKToK users for kids? Let us know on this social media post. Have a great time on the platform!
This is a great article! Thank you for creating it. @impacttales on TikTok is a great resource for clean fun for kids and families.