Is X (Precedentemente Twitter) Safe for Kids?
Age rating is set by Google Play, not by Unstar. This page explains it and adds what parents report in reviews. Not affiliated with X Corp..
What X (Precedentemente Twitter)'s age rating means
The Google Play gives X (Precedentemente Twitter) an official PEGI 18 rating, so the store considers it unsuitable for children. That usually reflects mature themes, chat with strangers, suggestive content, or gambling-style mechanics. For a child or younger teen, treat this as a clear caution.
Things for parents to check
- X (Precedentemente Twitter) offers in-app purchases. Without a purchase password or spending limit, a child can run up charges. Set up Ask to Buy (iOS) or a Play purchase PIN (Android).
- X (Precedentemente Twitter) shows ads. Ads inside kids' apps can lead to unexpected content or accidental taps that open other stores or links.
What parents and users report about X (Precedentemente Twitter)
Users report frequent account suspensions and login issues, often with unclear reasons or no resolution. Many complain about recent updates introducing bugs, broken features, and unwanted changes to the feed. The app is also criticized for poor moderation, excessive ads, and privacy concerns.
Summarized from 150 recent 1-3 star reviews. These are user reports, not verified claims.
How to keep your child safe with X (Precedentemente Twitter)
Settings, Screen Time, Content & Privacy Restrictions. Set an age limit for apps, require Ask to Buy for purchases, and restrict or remove X (Precedentemente Twitter) if it is above your child's age.
Use Google Family Link to approve installs, set a Play Store content rating limit, require purchase approval, and block or uninstall X (Precedentemente Twitter) on your child's device.
X (Precedentemente Twitter) for kids: frequently asked questions
Is X (Precedentemente Twitter) safe for kids?
X (Precedentemente Twitter) carries an official age rating of PEGI 18 on the Google Play, which means it is not designed for children. It is a real, listed app, but the store itself flags it for a mature audience. If a younger child wants it, the rating alone is a strong reason to say no or to supervise closely.
What age rating does X (Precedentemente Twitter) have?
The Google Play rates X (Precedentemente Twitter) as PEGI 18. This is the store's own content rating, set from the app's features and content, not our opinion. Use it as the starting point for whether it fits your child's age.
Can my child use X (Precedentemente Twitter) safely?
If you decide to allow it, use device parental controls: Screen Time and Content & Privacy Restrictions on iPhone, or Family Link and Play Store parental controls on Android. Turn on purchase approval, set age-appropriate content limits, and keep the account under your family group so you can see activity.
How do I block or remove X (Precedentemente Twitter) from my child's phone?
On iPhone, open Settings, Screen Time, Content & Privacy Restrictions, then restrict or delete the app and block reinstalling it. On Android, open Family Link, select your child, find X (Precedentemente Twitter) and block or uninstall it. You can also set a store age limit so apps above your child's age cannot be installed.