Developed in Germany, W App (initially known as âSlayâ) was an instant hit â claiming the number one spot on the App Store in its home country just four days after launching in early 2023. Its central concept â to âpromote positive online interactionsâ â is certainly praiseworthy but can actually introduce additional risks if not delivered carefully.
W Appâs comparative lack of verification processes at the sign-up stage, for instance, leaves the door open for misuse by impersonators and potential predators: far from ideal on a platform thatâs explicitly geared towards a school-aged teen audience. The free guide below from National Online Safety tells parents and carers what they need to know about the possible pitfalls on W App.
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