In today's digital age, the importance of online security on social media platforms is ever increasing. TikTok has partnered with the World Health Organization (WHO) to ensure the safety of digital platform users. TikTok has designed several in-app features to provide a safe online environment. Know about the features.
1. Mental health support
There is a separate page on Tik Tok to help you overcome feeling upset or depressed. If someone searches on Tiktok for suicide or mental issues, the platform immediately detects these keywords. Where users are encouraged to seek help with the message 'You are not alone'. It also provides local helpline numbers to help platform users.
2. Age Limits and Restrictions
There is an age limit for the use of TikTok to strengthen safety in the digital space for young people. Users must be over 13 years of age to use the Platform. Age-appropriate content is ensured through 'Content Restrictions' for users below 18 years of age.
3. Limited screen time
This tool prevents users from spending too much time online. Apart from this, weekly screen time updates are also provided to the user. Besides, users can stay informed about their digital activities through notifications and inbox updates.
4. Screen Time Dashboard
For those who want to control their digital life or online platform usage habits, TikTok has Screen Time Dashboard. A detailed breakdown of how much time is being spent on the app can be found in this feature, which is helpful in preventing negative online effects on mental well-being.
5. Screen time breaks
Prolonged use of digital platforms can cause fatigue. So, TikTok's 'Screen Time Break' feature helps users to take a break from spending extra time on it. When the level of screen time increases, a kind of stress is created. That's why reminders like Screen Time Break are so useful nowadays.
6. Screen time for younger users
Younger users, especially those aged 13-17, will receive a message for extra screen time if they spend more than 100 minutes on the app in a day. In this feature they can set daily screen time on TikTok. There is more information on this in TikTok's 'Teen Safety Centre' and 'Guardian's Guide'.
7. Family Pairing
Through the 'Family Pairing' feature, parents can link or associate their accounts with their children's accounts. Through this, parents can directly control children's screen timing, content content and privacy settings. As a result, they have an understanding of their child's online activity and can ensure their own digital safety.
8. TikTok Safety Center Well-Being Guide
TikTok's 'Safety Center' has a variety of well-being guides aimed at promoting mental health and encouraging responsible use of the app. These guides advise users to develop good digital habits. Also provides information on how to help others cope with mental health challenges.
9. Sleep reminder
TikTok's sleep reminder feature is designed to help users develop proper sleeping habits. By setting this sleep reminder, users can mute or turn off notifications at a specific time. As a result, there is no disturbance during night rest. In addition, TikTok automatically mutes notifications for users between the ages of 13 and 17 after a certain period of time.
10. Comment filtering
Users of the platform can control the comment section of their account themselves through the comment filtering feature. Users can decide whether only followers or anyone can comment through the account's privacy settings option. Additionally, account users can report and filter comments for comments that are spam, offensive, or in violation of community guidelines.
