The Glossary of Digital Media Platforms provides detailed information about video sharing, social media and gaming apps commonly used by children and teenagers along with mobile device systems and controls.

Key topics include default privacy settings, screen time management, feed customization options, messaging and friend controls, as well as parental controls.

Consult the individual apps below to better understand each platform's features and settings and to help create a more positive and secure online experience. And explore our Dictionary of Common Digital Media Terms below for clear definitions of popular technical words and phrases.

 

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Last Updated

09/27/2024

Source

American Academy of Pediatrics