Why do so many apps say 13+?

Because of COPPA, the US law that says an app must get a parent's consent before it collects personal information from a child under 13. 9 of the 13 social and messaging apps we checked are 13+. 13 is the law's line, not a sign that an app suits every 13-year-old.

What age is Pinterest for?

Ages it suits: 13+. What its terms say: No one under 13 may use Pinterest. Over 13, you must also be above the minimum age of consent in your country, and if you are 13 to 18 you may only use it with a parent or guardian's permission.

What age is Snapchat for?

Ages it suits: 13+. What its terms say: Not for anyone under 13, or under a higher minimum age where you live. You must confirm you are old enough to make an account, and Snap suspends and deletes accounts and data of users it learns are underage.

What age is BeReal for?

Ages it suits: 13+. What its terms say: You must be a real person at least 13 years old; depending on where you live, a parent or guardian may also need to consent if you are under the local age of consent.

What age is Roblox for?

Ages it suits: about 5-16 and up. What its terms say: No minimum age in the terms. Anyone under the age of majority needs a parent or guardian to read and agree to the terms, and the parent is responsible for the child's activity, including purchases. Only adults may buy Robux or subscriptions. Chat needs an age check; 5-8 year olds get Roblox Kids accounts and 9-15 year olds Roblox Select accounts.

What age is FlipaClip for?

Ages it suits: about 10-17. What its terms say: At least 13 to use all features. The maker may allow some users under 13 with less data collected and some features turned off. Anyone under 18 needs a parent's consent before buying; under-13s cannot have their own in-app account.

What age is Tinkercad for?

Ages it suits: about 8 and up. What its terms say: 13 or older may make their own account. Under 13 only with a parent's or guardian's approval, or through a class set up by a teacher; a child who starts alone gets a restricted account until a parent or teacher approves it.

Ages it suits: about 4-18 (pre-K to grade 12). What its terms say: IXL sells only to adults. Under 18 may use it only with a parent's or guardian's involvement and consent, or through their school. Children under 13 cannot create their own account; they use a child profile under a parent account or a school account.

What age is Ello for?

Ages it suits: about 5-9 (grades K-5 per the app listing). What its terms say: Under 18 may use it only with and under the supervision of a parent or guardian, who sets it up and gives consent (verifiable parental consent during sign-up).

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App age ratings: what each app's terms say

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Most social apps say 13+ because of COPPA, the US law that says an app must get a parent's consent before it collects personal information from a child under 13 (the FTC explains it). 13 is the law's line, not a sign that an app suits every 13-year-old, so each row below has what the app's own terms say and the ages it suits.

9 of 13 social apps are 13+
32 of 50 social, gaming and chat apps name 13 in their terms
731 apps, sites and devices

Apps for younger children often work another way: a grown-up makes the account. Of the other 658 apps, sites and devices here, 305 use a parent's or a school's account and 272 need no account at all. Read from each maker's own terms; checked 2026-11-10. To see one app against your child's own age: is this app OK for my kid? Prices are on what kids' apps cost.

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Why do so many apps say 13+?: Because of COPPA, the US law that says an app must get a parent's consent before it collects personal information from a child under 13. 9 of the 13 social and messaging apps we checked are 13+. 13 is the law's line, not a sign that an app suits every 13-year-old.
What age is Pinterest for?: Ages it suits: 13+. What its terms say: No one under 13 may use Pinterest. Over 13, you must also be above the minimum age of consent in your country, and if you are 13 to 18 you may only use it with a parent or guardian's permission.
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What age is Snapchat for?: Ages it suits: 13+. What its terms say: Not for anyone under 13, or under a higher minimum age where you live. You must confirm you are old enough to make an account, and Snap suspends and deletes accounts and data of users it learns are underage.
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What age is BeReal for?: Ages it suits: 13+. What its terms say: You must be a real person at least 13 years old; depending on where you live, a parent or guardian may also need to consent if you are under the local age of consent.
Everything about BeReal →
What age is Roblox for?: Ages it suits: about 5-16 and up. What its terms say: No minimum age in the terms. Anyone under the age of majority needs a parent or guardian to read and agree to the terms, and the parent is responsible for the child's activity, including purchases. Only adults may buy Robux or subscriptions. Chat needs an age check; 5-8 year olds get Roblox Kids accounts and 9-15 year olds Roblox Select accounts.
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What age is FlipaClip for?: Ages it suits: about 10-17. What its terms say: At least 13 to use all features. The maker may allow some users under 13 with less data collected and some features turned off. Anyone under 18 needs a parent's consent before buying; under-13s cannot have their own in-app account.
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What age is Tinkercad for?: Ages it suits: about 8 and up. What its terms say: 13 or older may make their own account. Under 13 only with a parent's or guardian's approval, or through a class set up by a teacher; a child who starts alone gets a restricted account until a parent or teacher approves it.
Everything about Tinkercad →
What age is IXL for?: Ages it suits: about 4-18 (pre-K to grade 12). What its terms say: IXL sells only to adults. Under 18 may use it only with a parent's or guardian's involvement and consent, or through their school. Children under 13 cannot create their own account; they use a child profile under a parent account or a school account.
Everything about IXL →
What age is Ello for?: Ages it suits: about 5-9 (grades K-5 per the app listing). What its terms say: Under 18 may use it only with and under the supervision of a parent or guardian, who sets it up and gives consent (verifiable parental consent during sign-up).
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Every app's age rule, kind by kind

The first sentence of each app's age rule; its page has the whole rule and a link to the terms. A to Z inside each kind.

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Social apps and messaging
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Apple Messages and FaceTime (Communication Safety)	Parents or guardians must create the Apple Account for children under 13 (age varies by country) inside Family Sharing.	any age with a parent-made child account; teens 13-17	A parent's account
BeReal	You must be a real person at least 13 years old; depending on where you live, a parent or guardian may also need to consent if you are under the local age of…	13+	The child's own account
Discord (Family Center, teen-by-default)	You must be at least 13 and meet the minimum age in your country.	13+	The child's own account
Instagram (Teen Accounts)	You must be at least 13 years old to use Instagram, and you must not be barred from the service under applicable law.	13+	The child's own account
Kinzoo Messenger	The terms must be accepted by a parent or guardian on the child's behalf; a parent creates a Parent Account first, then a Child Account.	young kids to tweens, on a parent-made account	A parent's account
Lemon8	You must be 13 or older to use Lemon8, and you need a TikTok account, which carries TikTok's own 13+ rule and terms.	13+	The child's own account
Messenger Kids	The terms set no minimum age.	under 13 (App Store rating 4+)	A parent's account
Pinterest	No one under 13 may use Pinterest.	13+	The child's own account
Reddit	No one under 13 may use Reddit, and you must be over the minimum age in your country (Reddit's help page says 16 in Australia).	13+ (App Store rating 18+)	The child's own account
Snapchat (Family Center)	Not for anyone under 13, or under a higher minimum age where you live.	13+	The child's own account
Threads	Threads uses Instagram's rules on who may use the service, so you must be at least 13; you sign in with an Instagram or Facebook account.	13+	The child's own account
WhatsApp (parent-managed accounts)	You must be at least 13 (or older where your country requires) to register and use WhatsApp on your own.	13+ on their own; under 13 through a parent-managed account where offered	A parent's account
Zigazoo	The terms set no minimum age.	kids and teens (App Store rating 9+)	A parent's account

Games and platforms kids play
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
1001Games	Users must be at least 16 years old or have permission from a parent or legal representative.	16+, or younger with a parent's permission	No account needed
Among Us	You must be 18 or older, or have a parent or guardian's consent, to agree to the terms.	about 9-16	The child's own account
Animal Crossing: New Horizons	Nintendo's terms say anyone under 18 may use its services only with the supervision of a parent or guardian who agrees to the terms.	about 6-14	A parent's account
Armor Games	Users must be old enough to give their own consent, which the terms give as at least 13 in the US and 13 to 16 in the EU; minors should also have a parent's…	13+ (US); 13 to 16 in the EU depending on country	No account needed
Brawl Stars	No general age limit.	about 10-16 (App Store 13+)	The child's own account
Clash Royale	No general age limit.	about 9-16 (App Store 9+)	The child's own account
CrazyGames	Anyone younger than 13, or younger than the minimum age in their country, may not use the main site; they are directed to the kids site.	13+ (main site); a separate kids site exists for younger children	No account needed
Fortnite	No minimum age.	about 10-18	A parent's account
Gacha Life and Gacha Club	No terms of service found on the maker's site.	about 9-14 (App Store 9+)	No account needed
Genshin Impact	You must be an adult in your country to accept the terms; a minor may use the game only if a parent or guardian reviews and accepts the terms and takes legal…	about 13-18	The child's own account
Meta Quest (parent-managed accounts for ages 10-12)	Children must be at least 10 to have a Meta account, and only with a parent's help; under 10 cannot use Quest 2 or 3.	10+ (10-12 with a parent-managed account)	A parent's account
Minecraft (Java and Bedrock)	Needs a Microsoft account under the Minecraft EULA and Microsoft Services Agreement.	about 7+ (PEGI 7, ESRB Everyone 10+)	A parent's account
Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Online	Nintendo's terms say anyone under 18 may use its services only with the supervision of a parent or guardian who agrees to the terms.	about 5-16	A parent's account
PlayStation (Family Management)	You must be 18 and an adult where you live to accept the terms; anyone younger must review them with a parent or guardian who agrees to be bound.	any age (child accounts)	A parent's account
Pokémon GO	Pokémon GO is open to all ages, but a child (under 13 in the US, under 16 in parts of Europe, under 14 in Korea) needs a parent to verify their identity and…	about 6-16 (with a parent for young kids)	A parent's account
Rec Room	The last archived terms (January 2026) said users had to be 18, or have parents who reviewed the terms and agreed on their behalf.	was about 10-18	The child's own account
Roblox	No minimum age in the terms.	about 5-16 and up	The child's own account
Steam (Steam Families)	You may not open a Steam account if you are under 13; Steam says it is not meant for children under 13.	13+ by the terms (younger only through a parent in practice)	A parent's account
Toca Boca (Toca Boca World)	Under 18 (or the local age of majority) needs a parent or legal guardian to read and accept the terms for them.	about 6-12	No account needed
VRChat	You must be at least 13.	13+ (better for older teens)	The child's own account
Xbox (Family Settings)	The Microsoft Services Agreement requires users to be adults or have a parent or guardian agree for them; the parent is responsible for the child's use and…	any age (child accounts)	A parent's account

Chatbots and assistants
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Character.AI	Terms (Aug 2025): do not sign up if you are under 13, or under 16 in the EEA or UK.	18+ for open chat; 13-17 limited to guided formats	The child's own account
ChatGPT	13 or older (or the minimum age in your country); under 18 needs a parent's or guardian's permission.	13-17 in the teen experience; adults	The child's own account
Claude	18 or older (or the age of consent where you live, whichever is higher).	18+ (adults)	The child's own account
Explore with Alexa	Set up by a parent on the parent's Amazon account.	young kids with an Amazon Kids profile	A parent's account
Google AI Edge Gallery	No app-specific age rule found; Google's terms apply (under the age to manage your own Google Account needs a parent).	about 13+	No account needed
Google Gemini	You must be 13 (or the age in your country) to use Gemini with a personal or school account, 18 for a work account.	under 13 with Family Link; 13+ on own account	The child's own account
GPT4All	Not stated; the app ships under an MIT open-source license with no age rule.	about 16+ with a parent (no age in license)	No account needed
Grok	At least 13 (or your country's minimum).	13+ by its terms; not recommended for under 18	The child's own account
Jan	Not stated; we found no terms of service and the privacy page sets no age.	about 16+ with a parent (no terms found)	No account needed
LM Studio	Not stated in terms.	about 16+ with a parent (no age in terms)	No account needed
Meta AI	You cannot use Meta's AIs if you are under 13 (or a higher age your country requires).	13+	The child's own account
Microsoft Copilot	At least 13 (higher in some countries) with a Microsoft account; if you're under 18 Microsoft may turn off or limit some features.	13+	The child's own account
Ollama	You must be at least 18 to use Ollama's services.	18+ (per terms)	No account needed
Perplexity	You must be 13 or older.	13+	The child's own account
PinwheelAsk (formerly PinwheelGPT)	Account holders must be 18 or older; the parent sets up the child.	about 5-13 (App Store: made for ages 9-11)	A parent's account
Snapchat My AI	Snapchat is not for children under 13 (or a higher minimum age where you live); Snap may ask you to verify your age and deletes accounts it learns are underage.	13+	The child's own account

Kids' phones, watches, tablets and speakers
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Adafruit Circuit Playground Express	No account needed for the board.	about 8+ with adult help	No account needed
Amazon Kids Tablets (and Fire Kids tablets)	Set up by an adult Amazon account holder; the child uses a child profile, which needs verifiable parental consent under COPPA.	3+ and 6+ versions	A parent's account
Apple Watch For Your Kids	Set up by a parent from their own iPhone; a child under 13 gets a Child Account inside the parent's Family Sharing group, created with parental consent.	kids who don't have their own iPhone; no set age	A parent's account
Echo Dot Kids (with Alexa+)	Amazon requires verifiable parental consent (card code or SMS code) before Amazon Kids on Alexa is turned on; it is set up from a parent's Alexa app.	3-12	A parent's account
Fitbit Ace LTE	The child uses a Google Account; under 13 it must be supervised through Family Link.	school-age kids without a phone	A parent's account
Gabb (Gabb Phone, Gabb Watch)	The account holder buys the plan and device; Gabb's terms say users of the music service and the device payment plan must be 18 or older, with the child as…	Watch 5-12, Phone 9-14	A parent's account
Gizmo Watch (Verizon)	The app account is for adults 18+ who are the child's parent or guardian (or have their consent); Gizmo devices are intended for children 3 and older.	about 6-11 (Gizmo Watch 3 Adventure); Verizon says devices are for kids 3+	A parent's account
Google Nest / Gemini for Home (supervised kids)	Children need a supervised Google Account in a parent's Family Group and must be invited to the home; a parent must turn on Gemini Apps before a child under…	supervised children and teens	A parent's account
KidiZoom Smart Watch MAX	Sold as a toy for ages 4+.	4+ (maker)	A parent's account
Makey Makey	No account needed; the board acts as a USB keyboard.	8+ (the box says ages 8 to infinity)	No account needed
Nanit Smart Baby Monitor	Users must be 18 or older; anyone under 18 may not use the services.	babies and toddlers (used by parents)	A parent's account
Owlet Dream Sock	No age limit on the product, but Owlet recommends caregiver users be 18 or older, and agreeing to the terms means saying you are at least 18.	babies about 1-18 months (used by parents)	A parent's account
Pinwheel phone	Account holders must be at least 18; a parent or caregiver must set up the Caregiver Portal before a child can use a Pinwheel device or PinwheelGPT.	first phone through older teens	A parent's account
Samsung Galaxy Watch for Kids	Parent and child both need a Samsung Account and a Google Account with Family Link; parental consent is required for children under 13.	kids without their own phone	A parent's account
Snorble	Children under 13 may use it only through an account set up by a parent, with COPPA parental approval.	about 2-7	A parent's account
Spacetalk kids smartwatches	The account holder must be 18 and verify their identity; they are responsible for anyone under 18 who uses the watch or account.	about 4-12	A parent's account
The Light Phone	You must be 18 to sign up for Light's phone service.	about 10+ (as a first phone)	A parent's account
TickTalk 6	The website is only for adults 18 or older; parents buy the watch, set up the child profile, and give COPPA consent where required before the child's data is…	about 3-12	A parent's account
Toniebox 2	Terms say you must be 18 or older to use the services; children under 13 may use them only with consent and supervision from a parent who created the account.	about 1-12	A parent's account
Troomi	The account holder must be at least the age of majority in their state; the child is the phone's user.	younger kids to teens	A parent's account
Xplora kids smartwatches	Buyers must be at least 18; giving the watch to a child means you confirm you are the parent or guardian.	about 4-10	A parent's account
Xplora X6Play	Bought by an adult: you must be 18 or of legal age to order, and by giving the watch to a child you confirm you are their parent or guardian or authorized by…	7-11 (XGO3 for 4-7)	A parent's account
Yoto Player	Store terms say you must be the age of majority, or an adult letting a minor dependent use the site; the audio recording notice covers parents letting…	toddlers to about 10+ (cards sorted 0-2 up to 9+)	A parent's account

AI tutors and tutoring
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
2 Hour Learning	Under 18 only with a parent's or guardian's involvement and consent, or at the direction of a school.	grades K-12 (about 5-18)	A school account
CENTURY	Subscribers must be 18 or older; under-18s use it through a parent, guardian, tutor or school account.	about 6-16 (KS1 to GCSE), plus post-16	A parent's account
Flint	Signing up alone requires being 13+ (US, UK) or 16+ (EEA).	grades 3-12 (schools usually start in grade 3)	A school account
GoStudent	Anyone can register, but paid lessons require users to be at least 14; younger children need a parent or legal representative's prior consent.	school-age students (paid lessons 14+, or younger with parent consent)	A parent's account
Ignite Reading	Provided through schools; under a data-sharing agreement the school authorizes data collection from under-13s, and a parent may withdraw it.	grades 1-8, mostly early grades	A school account
Khanmigo	Under 13 (US) needs a parent's or school's approval to have any account.	school-age children and teens (under 18 through a parent or school)	A parent's account
Skye AI maths tutor	School-only: schools buy and enroll pupils, and the pricing page says parents cannot buy it.	UK Years 3-7 and GCSE (about 7-16)	A school account
Squirrel Ai	Users must be able to form a contract or use it with a parent or authorized adult involved; parents sign a COPPA consent form for children.	PreK-grade 5 in the US	A parent's account
Sylvan Learning tutoring	Not stated in the site terms; a parent enrolls the child.	grades K-12	A parent's account
Synthesis Tutor	Only adults 18+ may sign up; the child must be 5 to 11 for Tutor (8 to 14 for Teams).	5-11	A parent's account
Thinkster Math	The terms set no minimum age and do not mention children or parent consent; the account holder is responsible for the account and accounts may not be shared.	grades K-12 (K-8 plus Algebra 1 through Calculus)	A parent's account
Varsity Tutors	Terms say the account holder must be of legal age, an emancipated minor, or have a parent's or guardian's consent.	about 6-18 and adults (elementary to graduate school)	A parent's account

Study and homework tools
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Anki	AnkiWeb terms: if you are not old enough to agree to the terms, a parent or guardian must agree for you.	about 12+ (self-directed learners)	No account needed
Atom Learning	Not stated in terms.	about 7-16 (UK Year 3 to GCSE)	A parent's account
Brainly	Children under 13 may not sign up themselves; they may use Brainly only through a child account a verified parent creates under a Brainly Parent plan, with…	grades 7-12	The child's own account
Brainscape	Open to users of all ages; children under 13 need parental consent.	all ages; most useful about 10+	The child's own account
CK-12 (with Flexi AI tutor)	Users must be 18 (or the local age of consent) or have a parent or guardian agree to the terms for them; under-18s are Child Users whose parent is responsible…	about 6-18 (grades 1-12)	The child's own account
Course Hero	13+ (or the local minimum age); users aged 13-17 need a parent's or guardian's permission.	13+ (aimed at college students)	The child's own account
Discover Summer	Not stated; there are no terms of use and no accounts.	parents of K-12 kids	No account needed
Embibe	Under-18s are not eligible to register themselves; a parent or guardian must make it available and agree to the terms for the child.	classes 1-12 and exam prep (about 6-18+)	The child's own account
Gauth	13 or older (or your local minimum age); under the age of majority needs a parent's or guardian's permission.	13+	The child's own account
Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM)	Open to users above the age of consent in supported countries (13 in the US); you must verify your age in your Google Account.	13+ on a personal account; all ages through school accounts	The child's own account
Gizmo	Terms say you must be 18, or under 18 with a parent or guardian who has agreed to the terms for you; the privacy notice says no one under 13 may use it.	13+ (teens and up)	The child's own account
Google Learn About	The page states no age limit of its own and links only to Google's general Terms of Service, which say anyone too young to manage their own Google Account…	teens and adults (no age shown on the page)	The child's own account
Google Learn Your Way	The page states no age limit of its own and links to Google's general Terms of Service: anyone too young to manage their own Google Account (under 13 in the…	about 15-18 and adults (tested with 15- to 18-year-olds)	No account needed
Google Lens homework help	Google's terms: if you're under the age to manage your own Google Account (13 in the US), you need a parent's permission, and the parent is responsible for…	13+ on own account; younger with Family Link	No account needed
Keybr	Not stated in terms.	about 10+	No account needed
KidzSearch	Anyone can use it without registering.	about 7-14	No account needed
Knowt	Users must be at least 13.	about 13-18 and college	The child's own account
Mindgrasp	You must be at least 13 to use the services; under the age of majority, a parent or guardian must review the terms with you.	13 and up (high school and college)	The child's own account
Monkeytype	Not stated in terms.	about 10+	No account needed
MyReader	The privacy policy says it does not target children under 13 and does not knowingly collect their personal information.	about 13 and up (not stated)	A parent's account
Official SAT Practice (College Board)	College Board's privacy statement says its online programs are for people at least 13, and it does not knowingly collect data from children under 13.	about 13-18 (grades 8-12)	The child's own account
Quizlet	Open to all ages but intended for over-13s; children 13 or younger get a restricted feature set, and parents of under-13s must consent to a child account.	about 10-18; restricted mode for 13 and under	The child's own account
Ratatype	The privacy policy says it does not collect information from anyone under 13 and that the site is directed to people 13 and older.	about 13+ (per its own policy)	The child's own account
Zuoyebang (homework help app)	Children's privacy policy: a child must have a guardian's consent; the app treats users as children based on the grade they enter.	primary to high school (about 6-18)	The child's own account

Reading apps and reading coaches
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Amira Learning	Only educators can create accounts; students are enrolled by their school or district, which gives consent under COPPA's school exception.	about 5-14 (school product; listed studies run from kindergarten to middle school)	A school account
Beanstack	Terms set no minimum age.	all ages; K-12 for schools	A school account
Bloom Library	Terms set no age.	mostly early readers; some books for adults (health, farming)	No account needed
Book Dash	Not stated; the site has no terms of use or privacy policy that we could find, and no account is needed to read.	about 0-6	No account needed
BOOK IT! Summer of Stories	The terms of use do not state an age; the program is for PreK-6th graders and is run by teachers or parents, who enroll the child.	PreK-grade 6 (about 4-12)	A parent's account
Boost Reading	School-only.	grades K-5 (about 5-11)	A school account
CommonLit	CommonLit does not knowingly let children under 13 use it without a parent's express consent, unless a school consents for the parent for classroom use as…	about 8-18 (grades 3-12)	A school account
Duolingo ABC	Designed to be set up by a parent, who enters the child's age; the child needs no account and no personal information.	about 3-8 (preschool to grade 2)	A parent's account
Ello	Under 18 may use it only with and under the supervision of a parent or guardian, who sets it up and gives consent (verifiable parental consent during sign-up).	about 5-9 (grades K-5 per the app listing)	A parent's account
Epic	Account holders must be 18 or older; children under 13 cannot create accounts and use Epic only through a child profile on a parent's or teacher's account.	about 2-12	A parent's account
Foundations A-Z	Terms are a license for a school, teacher or family account holder, who agrees to supervise and take full responsibility for use by children under 13.	about 5-11 (grades K-5)	A school account
Fountas & Pinnell Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI)	Sold to schools; the school gives COPPA consent for students under 13 whose data enters Heinemann's systems.	grades K-8 (systems by level)	A school account
Fundations	School-only program.	grades K-5	A school account
Gale In Context: Elementary	Licensed to schools and libraries for their students and patrons.	grades K-5 (about 5-11)	A school account
Global Digital Library	No terms with an age rule were found.	about 3-10 (emergent readers to grade 4 math)	A parent's account
Gray Duck Books	The site states no minimum age.	about 5-12 (kindergarten to grade 6)	No account needed
Great Kid Books	The site states no minimum age.	book reviews for ages 2 to young adult; written for adults	No account needed
HOMER	You must be a parent or legal guardian to use the services and create the account; children under 13 need a parent's permission and use it through the…	about 2-8	A parent's account
Hooked on Phonics	You must be 18 or the age of majority to use the site or become a member; the apps are made for children, but a parent or legal guardian must register every…	about 3-8 (Pre-K to grade 2)	A parent's account
hoopla	Account holders must be 18 or older (or the age of majority where they live).	all ages (kids' and teen titles inside a general library)	A parent's account
Imagine Language & Literacy	End-user terms say you must be at least 13 to accept them; children under 13 may use it only with parental consent or consent from the account holder (the…	about 4-12 (grades pre-K-6)	A school account
International Children's Digital Library	Not stated; there are no terms of use.	about 3-13	No account needed
KidLit TV	No terms page found.	about 3-12	No account needed
Kindle Colorsoft Kids	Bought and set up by an adult on their Amazon account; the child reads in a child profile.	about 3-12 (Amazon Kids+ is designed for 3-12)	A parent's account
Kindle Kids	Bought and set up by an adult on the adult's Amazon account; kids use a child profile.	about 6-12	A parent's account
Lalilo	Through schools only.	grades K-2 (about 5-8)	A school account
Lexia Core5 Reading	Through schools only.	pre-K to grade 5	A school account
Lexile Find a Book	The terms are written for educators, researchers and parents and do not state a minimum age.	readers about 5-18 (tool used by adults)	A parent's account
Libby	No Libby account is needed, only a library card (library rules vary).	all ages (kids' and teen collections inside a general library)	No account needed
LibriVox	Not stated.	all ages (children's genres sit beside adult classics)	No account needed
Microsoft Reading Coach	Needs a Microsoft account.	most useful for 6-11, suitable for 5-18, per Microsoft (stories from kindergarten to middle-school level)	A parent's account
Nessy Reading and Spelling	No minimum age for the child.	about 6-11	A parent's account
Novel Effect	General-audience service aimed at parents and educators.	preschool and elementary, read with an adult	A parent's account
Open Library	Not stated.	all ages; K-12 Student Library sorted by grade	The child's own account
Oxford Owl	The account terms require true details from the person signing up and treat pupils as users authorized by a paying school or a parent; they do not state a…	about 3-11	A parent's account
Project Gutenberg	Terms say the target audience is US persons over 13; visitors who are minors should be accompanied by an adult, and some content may not suit readers of any…	older readers; children's classics for reading aloud	No account needed
Raz-Kids	Accounts come from a teacher, school or paying parent.	grades K-5	A school account
Reach All Readers	The site's privacy policy says anyone under 16 should not use the website, comment or subscribe without a parent's permission.	about 5-9 (grades K-3); the site is for adults	A parent's account
Read 180	School-licensed; the school gives COPPA consent for students under 13 and provides their accounts.	grades 3-12	A school account
Read Along by Google	Can be used without signing in.	about 5-10 (early primary readers)	No account needed
Reading Eggs	Not stated as an age in the terms; parents create the account and the terms ask parents to guide their children's online use.	about 2-13	A parent's account
ReadWorks	Not open to anyone under 13 whose registration has not been approved by school staff or a parent or guardian.	about 5-18 (grades K-12)	A parent's account
RIF Literacy Central	The terms say RIF does not knowingly collect personal information from under-13s, and under-18s may use rif.org only with a parent's or guardian's permission.	about 3-12	A parent's account
Scanning Pens (C-Pen reading pens)	Not stated in terms; the site's terms cover purchases.	about 6 and up	No account needed
Scholastic Home Base	Scholastic's kids' privacy policy treats users under 13 as children, asks a birth date for age screening, and filtered or moderated all chat and posts.	kids under 13 and up (Scholastic's middle-grade readers)	The child's own account
Sora	No OverDrive account is needed; students sign in through their school.	grades K-12 (school collections)	A school account
Starfall	Not stated as a minimum age.	about 3-11 (Pre-K to grade 5)	No account needed
Storyberries	Terms say the site is designed for adults reading to children; children must use it under adult supervision, and use is open only to people who can form…	0-12 (sorted as 0-3, 4-6, 7-12)	No account needed
Storyline Online	Not stated; no account is needed.	about 3-10 (picture books; no age range stated)	No account needed
Storynory	No terms page found.	young children to preteens; family listening	No account needed
StoryWeaver	Users must be of legal age to form a contract or have a parent's or guardian's permission; schools and teachers must get written parent consent for children…	about 3-12 (picture books to longer stories)	No account needed
Teach Your Monster to Read	Accounts are for adults: the site is meant to be used by teachers and parents or guardians as a teaching tool, and they set up child players.	about 3-6 (early phonics)	A parent's account
This Reading Mama	The privacy policy says anyone under 16 should not use the website, comment or subscribe to newsletters without a parent's permission.	about 3-9 (preschool to early grades); the site is for adults	A parent's account
Unite for Literacy	Not stated as an age; the terms say the site is designed for children and needs no account or personal information.	about 2-7	No account needed
Usborne	The privacy policy says Usborne does not knowingly process children's personal data.	Books for ages 0 to 13 and over; Quicklinks for children with a parent supervising	No account needed
Vocabulary.com	It is sold only to adults.	about 10-18 and adults (middle school, high school, test prep)	A school account
Vooks	Account holders must be at least 18.	picture-book age (about pre-K to grade 3); Creator app 4-10+	A parent's account
Wattpad	Wattpad is only for people 13 and older (14 in Quebec, per the privacy policy); accounts of under-13s are terminated.	13+ (App Store rating 16+)	The child's own account
WEBTOON	You must be at least 13 (or older where local law requires).	13+	The child's own account

Math apps and platforms
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
99math	Not stated as a minimum age for student accounts.	about 5-14 (grades K-8)	The child's own account
ALEKS	McGraw Hill terms say users must be adults (generally 18+); under-18s not in college need their school, parent or guardian to accept the terms for them, and…	school-age students through college (K-12 and higher ed courses)	A parent's account
AoPS Online	Under 18 may register only with a parent's or guardian's involvement and consent, or at the direction of a school.	grades 5-12 (about 10-18)	A parent's account
Arcademics	Not stated in terms.	about 6-14 (grades 1-8)	No account needed
Beast Academy	Under 18 may use it only if a parent or guardian has read and agreed to the terms for them.	6-13 (levels 1-5, roughly grades 1-5)	A parent's account
Bedtime Math	The terms say you must be 13 or older to use the foundation's offerings; children under 13 may use them only with adult supervision, and 13-17 year olds need…	about 3-9	No account needed
Brilliant	Under 18 must use it with a parent's supervision and consent, and a parent must accept the terms for them.	about 10-18 and adults (grade 5 to college)	A parent's account
CoolMath4Kids	No terms of use page found.	about 5-12	No account needed
Desmos (and Amplify Classroom)	The terms set no age for independent use, but the privacy policy says the service is not directed to children under 13 in the US (under 16 in the UK and EU)…	about 10-18 for the calculators; grades K-12 for Amplify Classroom lessons	No account needed
DoodleMaths	Child accounts must be created by a parent/guardian or a school; Discovery Education's policy says children 13 and under cannot make their own accounts.	about 4-14 (EYFS to KS3)	A parent's account
DragonBox	Not stated as a minimum age.	about 4-14 (Numbers from 4; Algebra 12+ for older kids)	A parent's account
DreamBox Math	An individual must be 18 or older to register an account; a parent or guardian can then add child users under 18.	about 5-14 (grades K-8)	A parent's account
DREME Family Math	Not stated.	about 0-8 (focus on preschool)	No account needed
dy/dan (Dan Meyer)	The site states no minimum age.	written for teachers	No account needed
Dyscalculia.io	An adult (18 or the age of majority) must create the account; a child plays inside a parent's or carer's account under their supervision.	4 to adult	A parent's account
Eedi (with Eedi Tutor)	No minimum age in the terms; students join through a teacher's class code or create an account, and parents who sign a child up consent on the child's behalf.	school-age math students (UK-based); ages not stated	A school account
Ei Mindspark	Under-18s may not register themselves; a parent or guardian must agree to the terms and make it available to the child.	classes 1-10 (about 6-16)	A parent's account
enVision Mathematics (Savvas Realize)	School-provided; students log in with school credentials.	grades K-12	A school account
Estimation 180	Not stated.	grades 3-8 (about 8-14)	No account needed
Eureka Math	Great Minds' websites are not for users under 18.	PreK-grade 12	A school account
Eureka Math²	The digital platform is only for students and teachers authorized by their school; Great Minds' websites are not meant for anyone under 18.	PreK to Algebra I (about 4-15)	A school account
Freckle	Not stated in the website terms.	about 5-18 (grades K-12; math through Algebra 2)	A school account
Hit the Button (Topmarks)	Not stated in terms; the terms of service set no age limit.	about 5-11	No account needed
Illustrative Mathematics (IM Math)	Registering for an account requires being 18 or older, or using it under a parent's or guardian's supervision.	grades TK-12 (about 4-18)	No account needed
IXL	IXL sells only to adults.	about 4-18 (pre-K to grade 12)	A parent's account
K5 Learning	For adults only.	about 5-11 (grades K-5)	A parent's account
KenKen	The terms of service give no minimum age.	about 7 and up (3x3 grids for beginners)	No account needed
Kumon Math and Reading Program (with Kumon Connect)	No age rule found in a published terms page; parents enroll children at a center.	about 3 to high school	A parent's account
Math Academy	Only adults (age of majority) can create accounts.	about 9-18 and adults (4th grade math up)	A parent's account
Math Antics	You must be 13 or older to subscribe.	about 8-14 (grades 3-8 topics)	No account needed
Math in Focus: Singapore Math	HMH's terms set no age.	grades K-8 (about 5-14)	A school account
Math is Fun	Not stated: the site has no terms of use page.	about 6-18 (K-12)	No account needed
Math Learning Center Apps (Math MultiApp)	Not stated in terms.	grades K-8 (about 5-14)	No account needed
Math Mammoth	Not stated; there is no terms of service page.	grades K-8	No account needed
Math Playground	Not stated in terms.	about 5-12 (grades K-6)	No account needed
Math Worksheets 4 Kids	The terms set no age rule.	grades K-12 (interactive worksheets K-8)	A parent's account
Math-Drills	The privacy policy says the site is meant for adults, including parents and teachers, and is not directed at children under 13; it asks adults to supervise…	grades K-8	No account needed
MATHia	School-only.	grades 6-12 (about 11-18)	A school account
Mathletics	Minors need permission from their school, parent or guardian.	about 5-16 (K-10)	A parent's account
Mathnasium	Website terms say Mathnasium does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18 without parental consent, and anyone under 18 should not…	about 5-18 (grades K-12)	A parent's account
Mathspace	Terms say a learner under 18 needs permission from their school or a parent, tutor or guardian before signing up.	about 8-18 (grades 3-12)	A parent's account
Mathway	Chegg's terms, which cover Mathway, say the services are for ages 13 and up; anyone between 13 and adulthood must review the terms with a parent.	about 12-18 and college	No account needed
Matific	Terms bind the adult user (parent, teacher or school), who must be of legal age where they live.	about 4-14 (grades K-8)	A parent's account
NRICH	No minimum age for browsing.	about 3-18 (early years to post-16)	No account needed
Numberblocks apps	The privacy policy says you should be at least 16 to register an account on the website or app, and the company does not knowingly market to children under…	about 3-6	A parent's account
Open Middle	Not stated; the site has no terms of use or account sign-up that we could find.	grades K-12 (about 5-18)	No account needed
Photomath	Only for people 13 or older; anyone under 13 is prohibited.	13+	No account needed
Polypad (and Mathigon courses)	Not stated as an age.	about 5-18 (grades K-12)	No account needed
Prodigy Math	Not stated as an age in the terms.	about 6-14 (grades 1-8)	The child's own account
QANDA	Terms say minors may need a parent's consent to join and to pay; the privacy policy checks birth dates and asks for a parent's name and phone number for…	about 11-18	The child's own account
Rori	Rori's own pages state no age rule.	grades 3-9, plus adults relearning basics	The child's own account
Singapore Math (Dimensions Math, Primary Mathematics)	The website terms say anyone who submits content must not be a minor.	about 4-14 (PreK-grade 8)	A parent's account
Smartick	An adult parent or guardian buys the service and registers the children, who may be minors; the parent is responsible for everything done on the account.	4-14	A parent's account
SolveMe Puzzles	No terms of use or age rule are posted on the puzzle site; anyone can play as a guest without an account.	about 8-14 (upper elementary through algebra), and older puzzle fans	No account needed
Sparx Maths	School-only.	11-16 (UK Key Stage 3 and GCSE)	A school account
SplashLearn	Children under 13 use it through a parent account (the parent gives the child's first name and other limited details at sign-up) or through a teacher, who…	2-11 (preschool to grade 5)	A parent's account
ST Math	Students may use it only if they are at least 13, or with the consent and supervision of a parent, guardian or teacher.	about 4-14 (PreK-grade 8)	A school account
Sumdog	Students need permission from a parent, guardian or teacher, who must register for them; anyone under 18 logs in only on an account a parent or teacher created.	about 5-14 (US grades K-8; UK years 1-9)	A parent's account
Symbolab	Learneo's terms, which Symbolab's service terms add to, require users to be at least 13 or the minimum age to consent in their country.	about 12-18 and college	The child's own account
The Math Learning Center (free math apps)	The website terms set no age limit, and the privacy statement does not address children.	about 4-11 (PreK to grade 5)	No account needed
Think Academy	Parents sign up and pay; payments for any student under 18 must be made by a parent.	pre-K to grade 12 (math programs start at grade 1)	A parent's account
Todo Math	Only parents may create a parent account, and adult areas behind the parental gate are for users 18 or older.	about 3-9 (PreK-grade 3)	A parent's account
Which One Doesn't Belong?	No terms or age rule posted; no account needed to view the sets.	about 4-18 (sets range from preschool shapes to calculus graphs)	No account needed
Wolfram\|Alpha	Under 18 may use it only with permission from a parent, guardian or teacher.	about 13+ (high school and up)	No account needed
WorksheetWorks	The site is for users at least 13.	about 5-14	No account needed
Zearn Math	Accounts are created by an adult: a parent, guardian, or authorized school or district employee.	grades K-8	A school account

Language learning
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Babbel	Under 13 may not create an account or use the services.	about 13+ (built for adults)	The child's own account
Buddy.ai	Only an adult of legal age can accept the terms and pay; a parent or legal guardian who lets a minor use it must give consent and keep the child's use under…	about 3-8	A parent's account
Busuu	13+ only; the service is not intended for children under 13.	13+	The child's own account
Cambly Kids	Main Cambly site is 18+.	about 4-15	A parent's account
Duolingo	Not stated in the terms.	about 10+ (children under 13 get a restricted mode)	The child's own account
Google Translate Practice	Google's terms say anyone under the age to manage their own Google Account (13 in the US) needs a parent's permission, and parents are responsible for a…	teens and adults; younger kids with a parent	No account needed
Gus on the Go	Not stated in terms (no terms page found).	about 2-8	No account needed
iFLYTEK Smart Dictionary Pen	The store terms state no minimum age; the store and website privacy policies say they are not aimed at children (the website says under 13).	students learning English, about 8+ (not stated)	No account needed
Mango Languages	Mango does not sell to anyone under 18; under-18s may use it only with a parent's or guardian's involvement and consent, or through their school.	about 8 and up (K-12 school plans; family profiles for kids)	A parent's account
Memrise	Users must be at least 13.	13 and up	The child's own account
NovaPals by Novakid	You must be at least 13.	13+	No account needed
Pocketalk	The website terms require users to be 18 or older; device terms are separate and come with the purchase.	school-age children with adults; buyers 18+	No account needed
Praktika	You must be over 18; the company does not permit anyone under 18 to use the app. (The App Store age rating says 4+.)	18+ by its terms	The child's own account
Preply	18+ only; ages 13-17 may use it only under a parent or guardian who sets up the account and supervises; users agree not to let anyone under 13 use the service.	13+ under the terms, though marketed for younger kids	A parent's account
Speak	Under 18 is not allowed unless a parent supervises, has read the terms, approves and agrees to be bound by them and responsible for the child's use.	about 13+ (teens and adults)	The child's own account
Timekettle translator earbuds	The store terms and privacy policy say you must be of the age of majority, or let your minor dependents use the site with your consent.	teens and adults; no child-specific design	A parent's account
Todo English	Users must be 18+ or have a parent, guardian or authorized school agree to the terms; the apps are built for children under 13 and parents sign up only for…	about 5-10	A parent's account
VIPKid	Under the privacy policy, a child under 14 cannot create a VIPKid account without a guardian's consent, and data from children is processed only with guardian…	children and teens (the site gives no exact range)	A parent's account
Youdao Dictionary	Under 18s should read the terms with a guardian and use the service with their consent.	older kids, teens and adults; App Store rating 9+	The child's own account

Early learning (ages 2-6)
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
ABCmouse	Every account must have one adult user who is at least 18; children use it under that account.	about 2-6 (preschool to kindergarten)	A parent's account
Duck Duck Moose apps	Not stated in terms (no terms page found).	about 2-10	No account needed
Endless Alphabet (Originator)	The terms say you must be 13 or older to register an account; use of the registered service by anyone under 13 is not authorized.	about 2-6	No account needed
GoNoodle	Minors must have a parent or guardian accept the terms.	about 4-10 (pre-K to grade 5)	A parent's account
Ignite by Hatch	Accounts for children are created by the school or program; Hatch says it needs parental consent, gathered through educators, to collect a child's personal…	about 3-5 (pre-K)	A school account
Kanopy (Kanopy Kids)	Terms say users must be over 18 or the age of majority; younger people may use it only with a parent's or guardian's involvement.	Kanopy Kids: about 2-8; main catalog: teens and adults	A parent's account
Khan Academy Kids	Meant for children under 13 only with a parent's consent and oversight, or through a teacher or school.	2-8 (preschool to grade 2)	A parent's account
Kiddopia	Not stated in terms.	about 2-7	A parent's account
Kinedu	Terms are written for the adult who signs up; they do not set a numeric minimum age, and the app is meant to be used by parents or guardians on behalf of…	parents of children from pregnancy to 4 years	A parent's account
LeapFrog Academy	Membership terms say you must be at least 18 to buy the subscription; children play inside a parent's account and may give a first name and grade in a child…	about 3-6	A parent's account
Lingokids	Every account must have one adult user who is at least 18; children use it with the consent of a parent, guardian, teacher or school administrator.	about 2-8	A parent's account
Lovevery Play Kits	Terms say the services are for adults 18 and older; 13- to 17-year-olds may use them only with a parent or guardian, who is the user.	0-4	A parent's account
Montessori Preschool (Edoki)	Not stated in terms we could read: the App Store's terms link opens a sign-in web app.	about 3-7	A parent's account
Mr Printables	Not stated.	about 2-8	No account needed
Osmo	The store terms require buyers to be of the age of majority or use the site under a parent's supervision.	about 3-10	A parent's account
PBS KIDS Summer of Adventure	The parents' site falls under PBS's general terms: users say they are 18 or older; under 18 only with a parent's permission and supervision; under 13 may not…	about 2-8	No account needed
Peekaboo Barn	Not stated in terms (no terms page found).	about 1-4	No account needed
Pok Pok	Terms say you must be 18 or older to accept them; if you are under 18, a parent or guardian must have reviewed and agreed to them.	about 2-8	No account needed
Sago Mini	Parents consent and accept the terms for their child's use.	about 2-5	A parent's account
StoryToys	Only adults (the age of majority where you live) can accept the terms.	about 2-8	No account needed
Thinkrolls (Avokiddo)	You must be 13 or older to create an Avokiddo account, and anyone under 18 needs a parent's or guardian's approval.	about 2-8	No account needed
Tix&Mix	The FAQ says the products are designed for 1 to 6 years and asks adults to supervise young children during play.	about 1-6	No account needed
Vroom	The app is for parents and caregivers, not children; the terms set no minimum age.	birth-5 (for their parents and caregivers)	A parent's account
Woo! Jr. Kids Activities	Users must be 13 or older to leave a comment, and children under 13 may not register for interactive areas such as chats and message boards.	about 2-12 (printables sorted by age group)	No account needed
Worksheetfun	Not stated.	about 3-10 (preschool to grade 5)	No account needed
Zebra AI Learning (Banma AI Xue)	Children under 14 must read the children's privacy policy with a guardian and need the guardian's consent before use; registration uses a phone number.	about 3-12	A parent's account

Learning games and sites
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
ABCya	ABCya sells only to adults.	about 4-12 (pre-K to grade 6+)	A parent's account
Adventure Academy	Each account has one adult holder who must be 18 or older; children play as child users the adult sets up and is responsible for.	grades 3-8 (about 8-13)	A parent's account
ChessKid	Minors need a parent or guardian to read and consent to the terms.	about 4-14	The child's own account
Conceptis Puzzles	The terms say that by registering you confirm you are 13 or older; under-13s who want to register should ask a parent to register and use the account under…	about 8 and up (needs logic and patience)	A parent's account
Contexto	Not stated in the terms of service; the App Store lists the app as 4+.	about 10 and up	No account needed
Coolmath Games	13 and older.	13+ (per terms), though popular with younger kids	No account needed
Flagle	Not stated in Teuteuf's terms or privacy policy.	about 8 and up	No account needed
Freerice	No terms page was found.	about 9 and up	No account needed
Funbrain	Not stated in terms.	about 4-14 (pre-K to grade 8)	No account needed
Games and Learning	The privacy policy says the site is not intended for people under 13.	about 5-11 (grades K-5, per Locket)	A parent's account
Globle	Not stated; we found no terms of use, and the privacy policy has no age rule.	about 8 and up	No account needed
Google Doodle games	No account needed.	about 5 and up	No account needed
Highlights Kids	Terms say HighlightsKids.com is for children's use, while Highlights' other sites are for adults or need a parent; you must be 18 to buy anything.	about 6-12	No account needed
Hooda Math	Not stated in terms (no terms page found).	about 6-18 (grades K-12)	No account needed
iCivics	Terms say some areas may have age limits and users certify they meet them or have a guardian's permission.	about 11-18 (grades 6-12)	No account needed
KidzType	Not stated in terms.	about 6-12	No account needed
Krazydad	The privacy policy says the site, products and services are directed to people 13 or older and that it collects no information from anyone under 13.	about 6 and up (privacy policy says the site is meant for 13+)	No account needed
LearningGame.org	The site's own terms page points to AccelerMedia's terms, which say users must confirm they are not under 13, and that minors need a parent's permission and…	all ages (no range stated)	No account needed
Legends of Learning	Not offered directly to students.	about 5-14 (grades K-8)	A school account
LEGO.com for kids	No minimum age; the site is made for children and has no separate terms page we could find.	about 5-12	No account needed
Lichess	You must be at least 15 and the legal age in your country to register, or be authorized by a parent or guardian.	about 8+ with an adult; 15+ for own account	No account needed
Minecraft Education	Use is set up by schools through Microsoft 365 Education accounts.	about 5-18 (K-12)	A school account
Mini Metro	Not stated in terms (no terms page found).	about 8 and up (rated 4+)	No account needed
Mission US	Creating a personal account requires confirming you are over 13.	about 10-14 (middle school)	No account needed
Monument Valley	Not stated in terms (no terms page found).	about 7 and up (rated 4+)	No account needed
Mr. Nussbaum	No minimum age to play.	about 5-14 (grades K-8)	No account needed
NASA Space Place	Not stated in terms.	about 8-12 (upper elementary)	No account needed
National Geographic Kids games	Not stated in terms.	about 6-12	No account needed
Nex Playground	Account holders must be 18, or at least 13 with a parent's or guardian's permission.	about 4 and up, with families	A parent's account
Nitro Type	Not stated in terms.	about 8-18	The child's own account
PBS KIDS Games (app and site)	No minimum age.	about 2-8	No account needed
Poki	Poki.com is for visitors 16 and older; if you are under 16 it is not meant for you and you should use the separate Poki Kids website.	16+ (main site); under 16 on Poki Kids	No account needed
PrimaryGames	If you are under 18 (or the age of majority where you live), a parent or legal guardian must read and agree to the terms for you.	about 5-13	No account needed
Quordle	Merriam-Webster says its sites are for a general audience and not aimed at children under 16.	about 10 and up	No account needed
RoomRecess	Not stated: there is no terms page.	about 6-11 (grades K-5)	No account needed
Sesame Street (games and apps)	No minimum age.	about 2-5	No account needed
Seterra (GeoGuessr)	16 and older.	about 9-18	No account needed
Sheppard Software	Not stated: no terms of use page was found, and the privacy statement names no age limit.	about 3-14 (preschool to middle school)	No account needed
Squaredle	The terms say users must be at least 13 in the US (16 in the EU and UK), and under-18s need a parent or guardian to agree to the terms for them.	about 10 and up	No account needed
Sudoku.com	Easybrain's terms say users must be at least 16; those 16-18 need a parent or guardian to agree.	about 10 and up	No account needed
The Typing Cat	Users must be 13 or older to use the services, and sign-up requires 13 or older.	about 6 and up	A parent's account
TimeGuessr	The privacy policy says the game is not for children under 13; by using it you say you are at least 13, or older where local law requires, or have a parent's…	about 10 and up	No account needed
TinyTap	Account holders must be adults; children use the service only through a sub-account set up by a parent, group leader or school, with parental consent.	about 2-8 (App Store: made for ages 0-5, rated 4+)	A parent's account
Toporopa	No terms of use found, and the privacy policy sets no age.	about 8 and up	No account needed
Toy Theater	Free games need no account.	grades K-5	No account needed
Turtle Diary	Only people 18 or older, or under-18s with a parent's, teacher's or guardian's permission, may use the site.	about 3-11 (preschool to grade 5)	A parent's account
Typing.com	The terms make teachers who let under-13 students use it get verifiable parent consent first.	about 5-18 (K-12)	A school account
TypingClub	You must be 13 or older to register an account on the Individual Edition.	about 6-18	No account needed
TypingGames.Zone	Not stated.	about 6-adult	No account needed
TypingGamesKids	The site says it is for children under 13 under COPPA and is designed for unsupervised use, with parent involvement encouraged.	about 5-14	No account needed
Waffle	Users must be 13 or older, or a parent or guardian must consent to a younger child's use.	about 9-adult	No account needed
Words With Friends	Take-Two's terms say a minor (under the age of adulthood where they live) must have a parent or guardian review the terms and agree on their behalf; that…	about 10-adult	The child's own account
Worldle	Not stated in Teuteuf's terms or privacy policy.	about 8 and up	No account needed
ZType	Not stated; the site has no terms.	about 8+	No account needed

Art, music and story makers
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
3Doodler Start+	Terms set no age; the privacy policy says the website is not intended for anyone under 18.	6+	No account needed
Adobe Express for Education	Users must be of legal age or have a parent's or guardian's consent; schools may give accounts to under-13s only under Adobe's K-12 Student Data terms.	grades K-12 through a school	A school account
Animated Drawings	18+ only.	run by adults; drawings by kids about 3-10	No account needed
Art for Kids Hub	The membership terms say anyone registering must be at least 18.	about 4-12	A parent's account
AutoDraw	No account needed.	about 5 and up	No account needed
Bambu Lab A1 mini	Terms say you must be the age of majority to accept them; if not, a guardian must agree.	teens; younger kids with an adult	A parent's account
Bedtimestory.ai	Not stated in terms.	about 3-8 (bedtime stories read by a parent)	A parent's account
Boogie Board Scribble Pals	Store terms say buyers must be the age of majority and may let minor dependents use the services on devices they own; the board itself has no account.	3+	No account needed
Book Creator	Depends on account type: schools and teachers must have authority to bring in students; a parent buying for a child under 18 must give verifiable consent…	about 4-18	A school account
Brickit	The privacy policy says the app is not directed to children under 13 and asks parents using it with kids not to provide children's personal information; the…	about 5-12	No account needed
Camp Snap	Store terms say you must be the age of majority, or have let your minor dependents use the site; the camera itself has no account.	school-age kids and up (CampLock aimed at younger photographers)	No account needed
Canva for Education (Magic Studio)	Children under 13 may use Canva only through Canva Education, invited by a teacher; teachers must get any needed parent consent first.	grades K-12 through a teacher	A school account
Childbook.ai	Adults only: the service is intended for adults, and a parent, guardian or business user must manage any content involving children, including permission to…	made by adults; books aimed at about 2-8	A parent's account
Crayola free coloring pages	The terms of use do not state an age.	about 2 and up	No account needed
Cricut Joy 2	Cricut says Joy 2 is not intended for use by children 12 and younger; its privacy policy says it does not knowingly collect data from children under 13.	13+ (Cricut says not for children 12 and younger)	A parent's account
CrunchLabs	Store terms: the buyer must be of legal age, or of legal age and consenting for minor dependents to use the site.	6-10, 8-13 and 14+ by box	A parent's account
DIY.org (ChatDino, game builder)	Users must be of legal age or have a parent's permission; a parent gives consent when a child registers, and DIY collects a parent email before any child…	about 8-18 (the maker says 8 to 18)	A parent's account
Doodara	Made for parents and educators to create books for children.	about 1-9 (age bands 1-2, 3-5 and 6-9, read by a parent)	A parent's account
Gemini Storybook	18+ only.	made by adults; books suit about 3-10	A parent's account
Google Arts & Culture	Google's terms apply: in the US, 13 is the minimum age to manage your own Google Account; younger children need a parent-managed Family Link account.	about 8 and up	No account needed
Huion Inspiroy pen tablets	Not stated; the posted terms cover only Huion's drawing contests, and a device needs no account (drivers download freely).	about 8 and up	No account needed
ibisPaint X	No minimum age stated.	about 10+	No account needed
Instructables	Terms: you must be 13 or older to access or use the service; if you are not an adult, a parent or guardian must agree to the terms for you and supervise your…	13+ to post; younger kids with an adult	The child's own account
Kidgeni	Account holders must be adults; children use kid profiles (username and PIN) created under a parent, guardian or teacher account.	about 5-12	A parent's account
KiwiCo	Terms: you must be at least 18 to use the site or services; the privacy policy says it does not knowingly collect data from children under 16.	0-100 (crate lines by age)	A parent's account
Krita	Not stated; there are no terms or account.	about 10+	No account needed
Meshy	Users must be at least 14, or the minimum age to consent in their country.	14 and up	The child's own account
myFirst Camera (incl. Insta magiCam)	Store terms say you must be the age of majority, or have let your minor dependents use the site; no age rule specific to the AI features.	about 3-10	A parent's account
Once Upon a Bot	No terms of service or age rule found.	about 3-10 (with a parent)	A parent's account
Oscar Stories	Adults only can make accounts, buy or subscribe.	about 3-8 (App Store: made for ages 6-8)	A parent's account
Pixlr	16 or older.	16+, or younger with an adult supervising	The child's own account
Procreate	The app needs no account.	about 8+	No account needed
Sketchbook	16 or older.	about 8+	No account needed
Stickerbox	Children under 13 should not create an account or use the services before Stickerbox gets verifiable parent consent (COPPA).	about 5-12	A parent's account
Story Spark	13+; under 18 needs a parent's or guardian's consent.	13+ users; books aimed at about 2-10	A parent's account
StoryJumper	Under 13 must be linked to a parent account with verified consent (a $0.99 card or PayPal charge, or a signed permission slip), or join through a teacher's…	about 6-14	A parent's account
The Curious Theatre	The theatre at /play is made for children to use and collects nothing from them; the rest of the site is for parents and guardians.	about 2 to 7	No account needed
Tinkercad	13 or older may make their own account.	about 8 and up	A parent's account
TinkerLab	The terms say TinkerLab does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13, and anyone under 18 may use the site only with a parent's or…	about 2-8	A parent's account
Toybox 3D Printer	Account holders must be 18 or older.	about 6-14	A parent's account
Wacom One pen display	The device itself has no age rule.	about 10-adult	No account needed
XPPen Deco Fun	Not stated in terms; XPPen's privacy policy says its site is not designed for children under 16 and under-16s should use it only with a parent or guardian.	about 8+ (XS size sold for kids)	No account needed

Writing help
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Grammarly	You must be old enough to agree to share your data yourself, without a parent: at least 13 under most US law and 16 in the EU, or older where local law says so.	about 13-18 and adults (high school, college)	The child's own account
Imagine Forest	Not stated in terms.	about 6-14	No account needed
Night Zookeeper	Children cannot register.	6-12	A parent's account
NoRedInk	Anyone under the age to sign a contract (often 18) may use it only with consent from a parent, guardian, school or district.	grades 3-12	A school account
Quill.org	Users must be 13 or older (or the age of consent in their country) unless school staff approve their registration.	grades K-12	A school account
Storybird	The terms say educators and parents signing up a child under 13 must be 18 or older.	about 6-16	The child's own account

Learn how AI works
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
AI Literacy Lessons for Grades K-12	General terms apply to users 18+ or to a parent agreeing for a child under 13; Common Sense says it offers no accounts to children under 13.	grades K-12 (AI-specific lessons start in grade 6)	No account needed
AI Unplugged	Not stated.	about 10-18 (designed for lower and upper secondary; some activities adapt for primary)	No account needed
Be Internet Awesome: Interland	No sign-in is needed for any part of Be Internet Awesome, per its FAQ; the site falls under Google's general terms, which require a parent's permission for…	about 7-12	No account needed
Day of AI	Not stated in terms.	grades pre-K-12	A school account
DeepLearning.AI	Not for anyone under 13.	about 13+ (built for adults)	The child's own account
Elements of AI	Not stated in terms.	older teens and adults (about 15+)	The child's own account
Experience AI	Teacher-facing; students need no account.	about 8-16, mainly 11-14	A school account
fast.ai Practical Deep Learning	The course site has no terms or age rule.	about 16+ (needs a year of coding)	No account needed
Google AI Essentials	Runs on Coursera, whose terms bar anyone under 13.	about 13+ (built for adults)	The child's own account
Google Machine Learning Crash Course	No age rule on the course pages.	about 15+ (needs algebra and some Python)	No account needed
Machine Learning for Kids	No minimum age.	about 8-16 (schools and code clubs)	A school account
micro:bit CreateAI	No login or account.	about 7-14	No account needed
NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit	The hardware has no age rule.	about 14 and up, with Linux experience	No account needed
Quick, Draw!	No account needed.	about 6 and up	No account needed
RAISE Playground	Not stated in terms.	middle school (about 11-14), usable by older students	No account needed
RumorGuard	RumorGuard's own pages show no terms.	teens and adults (about 13+)	No account needed
Say What You See	No account needed to play.	about 9 and up (needs reading and typing)	No account needed
Teachable Machine	No age rule of its own and no account needed to use it.	about 8 and up with an adult; teens on their own	No account needed
TMPose2Scratch and TM2Scratch	Not stated: the extensions have no terms of use and no accounts.	not stated by the maker; made for Scratch learners	No account needed
Which Face Is Real?	No terms or age rule posted; no account needed.	about 10 and up	No account needed

Coding
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
7 Billion Humans	No terms of service from the maker; app stores rate it Everyone (Google Play) and 9+ (App Store).	about 10 and up	No account needed
Arduino Education	Terms: under-18s may use Arduino's site and services only with a parent's or guardian's consent and supervision; a parent must consent before a minor's…	about 7-18+ (varies by kit)	A parent's account
Arduino UNO Q	The board has no age rule.	about 13 and up with some coding experience	No account needed
BBC micro:bit	The foundation asks children under 13 to get consent from a parent or whoever has parental responsibility when using its services; the tools need no account.	about 8-14	No account needed
Blockly Games	Not stated; the site has no terms of service or account.	about 8-14	No account needed
Code & Go Robot Mouse Activity Set	No account, app or terms of service; it is a toy.	about 4-8	No account needed
Code Club	No account needed to join a club or use the projects.	about 9-13 (school-aged)	No account needed
CodeAI (formerly Code.org), incl. Hour of AI	Children under 13 can try most tutorials without an account, but progress is not saved.	grades K-12	A school account
Codecademy	16+ only; under 18 needs a parent or guardian to review and agree to the terms.	16+	The child's own account
CodeCombat	No age line found in the terms we could load.	about 6-18 (K-5 Junior, then grades 6-12)	A parent's account
CodeHS	Under 18 needs a parent or guardian to agree to the terms.	grades K-12 (mostly middle and high school)	A school account
CodeMonkey	Children under 13 may need a parent's or guardian's consent to use the service and may not get all features.	about 5-14 (grades K-8)	A parent's account
codeSpark (Begin Learning)	Only a parent or legal guardian may hold the account; the terms say the services are not designed for anyone under 18, and children use the app under the…	3-10	A parent's account
Coolest Projects	The online showcase is open to young creators up to 18; an adult must register anyone under 13, and over-13s may register themselves.	up to 18	A parent's account
CS Unplugged	Not stated; the site has no terms of use or accounts, and the content is free under a Creative Commons license.	about 5-14	No account needed
Exercism	Terms: you must be at least 13 to use the platform, or at least 16 in the UK or EU; younger users may not use it or post personal information.	13+ (16+ in the UK and EU)	The child's own account
freeCodeCamp	Terms: you must be at least 13 years old to use the website.	13+ (aimed at adults and older teens)	The child's own account
futurecoder	Not stated; the site has no terms of service or privacy policy that we could find.	about 12+	No account needed
Girls Who Code	Clubs terms: under-13s may use Clubs only with parental consent, either through a parent creating the account or a teacher acting with parent permission…	about 8-18 (grades 3-12)	A school account
GitHub Copilot (Copilot Student)	GitHub accounts require users to be at least 13, and accounts of under-13s are closed.	about 13-18 and college	The child's own account
Hack Club	Privacy notice and terms: if you are under 13 you may not use or access Hack Club services at any time; core programs are for ages 13-18.	13-18	The child's own account
Hopscotch	The privacy policy says you must be over 13 to sign up for an account, and that an adult must provide the email and password to create one.	about 8-13 (App Store lists ages 9-11)	A parent's account
HUSKYLENS 2	DFRobot's privacy policy says its service is only for people over 18, or under-18s with a guardian's written permission.	teens and adults (not stated by the maker)	No account needed
iD Tech	The terms say programs serve ages 7-19, so younger campers may share space or rooms with 18-19 year olds, who must pass a criminal and sex-offender background…	7-19 (camps 7-17, teen academies 13-18)	A parent's account
Kodable	The dashboard terms say only adults 18+ may use the website and dashboard (parents and teachers); there is no age limit on the Kodable games, which children…	about 5-11 (grades K-5)	A parent's account
Lightbot	Not stated; no terms of service found.	about 6 and up	No account needed
Makeblock CyberPi	Makeblock's terms say you must be 18 to create an account or accept them; anyone under 18 may use the service only under direct supervision of a parent…	about 10+ (maker lists CyberPi under 12+; Go Kit aimed at beginners)	A parent's account
Microsoft MakeCode (micro:bit, Minecraft and more)	No account needed.	about 8-16	No account needed
Microsoft MakeCode Arcade	No account is needed.	about 9 and up	No account needed
MIT App Inventor	No age stated in MIT's terms, but you must log in with a Google account, which falls under Google's rule: children under the age needed to manage their own…	about 10 and up	The child's own account
PictoBlox	The terms set no age.	about 4-7 (Junior Blocks) and 8-16	The child's own account
Raspberry Pi AI Camera / AI Kit	Not stated; the Raspberry Pi privacy policy does not mention children or any age limit.	teens and adults (not stated by the maker)	No account needed
Raspberry Pi Projects and Experience CS	No account needed to use the projects or Code Editor.	about 7-18 (projects); grades 3-8 (Experience CS)	No account needed
Replit	Must be at least 13; under 18 needs a parent's or guardian's permission.	about 13-18 and adults	The child's own account
Roblox Studio and Roblox Education	Terms: a minor's parent or guardian must read and consent to the terms and is responsible for the child's activity and purchases.	about 10-18	The child's own account
Scratch	Anyone under 18 may use the service only if a parent or guardian first agrees to the terms on their behalf.	8-16	The child's own account
ScratchJr	Not stated in terms; the end user license agreement sets no age.	5-7	No account needed
Snap!	No minimum age in the terms; no account is needed to program.	about 12-20 (the terms say it is aimed mainly at ages 12-20)	No account needed
Swift Playground	No app-specific age rule (App Store rating 4+).	about 10 and up	No account needed
The Odin Project	Terms of use state no minimum age.	about 15+ (built for adult career changers)	No account needed
Turing Tumble	No account needed; it is a physical game.	8 to adult	No account needed
Tynker	Collects personal information from children under 13 only when a parent has signed the child up, or when the school or teacher has agreed to get parental…	about 5-18 (grades K-12)	A parent's account
Wokwi	Terms: the service is intended and permitted only for people 13 or older; more age limits may apply in your country.	about 13+	The child's own account

Science, nature and the world
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
A-Z Animals	The site is not directed to children under 13 and does not knowingly collect their personal information; the terms state no minimum age.	all ages (general readers, not child-directed)	No account needed
Algodoo	Not stated in terms; the license agreement sets no age.	about 8 and up	No account needed
Birdbuddy (AI bird feeder)	Store terms set no age; the privacy policy says products are not intended for under-16s and it collects their data only with a parent's explicit consent.	family use; kids with a parent's account	A parent's account
BirdNET	Not stated in the app's privacy policy or the site's legal notice; we found no separate terms of use.	about 9 and up with a parent	No account needed
Britannica Kids	Parents grant permission and accept the terms for a child's subscription; Britannica asks to be told if a child under 16 uses it without parent permission.	PreK-12	A parent's account
Crash Course (and Crash Course Kids)	No terms of its own; viewing happens on YouTube, whose rules apply.	about 13-18 (Crash Course Kids about 8-11)	No account needed
Ducksters	Not stated in the terms of use.	about 8-14	No account needed
DWARF Mini Smart Telescope	Website terms say you must be the age of majority, or be of age and consent to your minor dependents using the site.	about 8-adult (with an adult)	A parent's account
eBird	13+.	13+ (a family can log together on a parent's account)	The child's own account
Exploratorium Science Snacks	The use policy sets no age; content is free for noncommercial, educational use with credit.	about 8-18 (written for grades 6-12, also used with younger kids)	No account needed
FarmFood 360	Not stated; the site has no terms of use or accounts.	about 9 and up (grades 5-12)	No account needed
Foldit	You must be 7 or older.	about 12 and up (terms allow 7+)	The child's own account
Generation Genius	Account holders must be at least 13.	about 5-14 (grades K-8)	A parent's account
Gizmos	Licensed to schools for their teachers and students; parents, guardians or teachers should supervise children, and family-account holders sharing access with…	grades 3-12	A school account
Google Earth	Google Earth's own terms set no extra age rule.	about 8 and up	No account needed
iNaturalist	13+ unless parental permission has been obtained.	13+; younger only through a parent-made account	The child's own account
KidsGardening	The online Kids Garden Community forum says all members must be at least 18.	grades Pre-K-12 (through adults)	No account needed
Labster	Terms say a child under 13 who is not a school-registered student cannot create an account without a parent's consent, and anyone under 18 outside school use…	about 13-18 (high school), mostly college	A school account
Learn.Genetics	Not stated; no accounts or age rule for students.	about 11-18 (grades 6-12)	No account needed
Merlin Bird ID	13+.	about 7 and up with a parent	No account needed
Mission: Mars	Runs on Roblox.	about 8-14 (the museum says all ages)	The child's own account
Mystery Science	Meant for teachers and parents.	about 5-11 (grades K-5)	A school account
NASA Learning Resources	No terms with an age rule.	grades K-12 and college	No account needed
NASA's Eyes	No age limit.	about 8 and up	No account needed
Nature Lab	The site terms say the website is not directed at children under 13 and asks under-13s not to submit personal information; the videos and guides need no…	about 5-18	No account needed
oPhysics	Not stated: the site has no terms of use.	about 13-18 (high school physics)	No account needed
PhET Interactive Simulations	The terms say the simulations are open to anyone of any age, but creating a website account requires being 18 or the age of majority.	about 5-18 and college (the sims are open to any age)	No account needed
PictureThis	18+ only.	adults (terms say 18+)	No account needed
Pl@ntNet	Not stated in the terms of use.	about 9 and up with a parent	No account needed
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers	No kids' terms page; the alliance's terms set no age.	about 4-12	No account needed
Science Buddies	Browsing needs no account.	grades K-12	No account needed
SciStarter	13+ or with an adult's permission, per the terms.	about 8 and up with an adult; 13+ to upload data alone	A parent's account
Seek by iNaturalist	No account needed and the maker calls it safe for children.	about 5-12 (App Store: made for ages 9-11)	No account needed
Sky Guide	Not stated in terms; the terms of use set no age.	about 6 and up (rated 4+ on the App Store)	No account needed
SkyView	No age rule found; we found no terms of use.	about 6 and up	No account needed
Smithsonian Learning Lab	Anyone can browse without an account.	grades PreK-12	A school account
Star Walk 2	The privacy policy says users must be 18, or a parent or guardian consenting to a minor's use, and it does not knowingly collect data from under-18s.	about 6 and up (rated 4+ on the App Store)	No account needed
Stellarium Web	Not stated: there are no terms of use, and the privacy policy names no age limit.	about 7 and up	No account needed
Steve Spangler Science	Not stated; we found no terms on the site, and the April 2026 privacy policy has no section on children.	about 4-14 (K-8 classroom and home kits)	No account needed
TeachEngineering	The terms of use set no age.	about 5-18 (grades K-12)	No account needed
TED-Ed	Under 13 may watch but may not create a TED account; accounts are 13+, or 16+ in the EU without verifiable parental consent.	about 9-18	No account needed
Tinybop	Not stated in terms.	about 4-10	No account needed
Universe Sandbox	Sold through Steam, which requires account holders to be at least 13; Steam does not knowingly collect data from under-13s.	about 10 and up	A parent's account
Zooniverse	No minimum age.	about 8 and up	No account needed

Reading aloud and accessibility
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Be My Eyes	Users must be at least 18 years old to use any of the services.	18+ only	A parent's account
Bookshare	Members need a qualifying print disability.	all ages (PreK-12 students through adults)	A parent's account
C-Pen Reader	Not stated; it is a device with no account, and the seller's terms set no age.	school-age readers and adults	No account needed
Cboard	No minimum age.	all ages (children and adults who need AAC)	No account needed
Learning Ally	Not stated as an age in the terms.	grades PreK-12, plus college and adults	A parent's account
Microsoft Immersive Reader	Not stated separately.	all ages (helpful from early readers up)	No account needed
NaturalReader	Terms set no minimum age.	older students and adults; school EDU plans	A parent's account
Project Relate	Open only to English-speaking adults 18 and over with non-standard speech in certain countries; and not accepting new sign-ups at all right now.	adults only (18+)	No account needed
Proloquo2Go	No age rule in AssistiveWare's own terms; the app is sold through Apple's App Store under Apple's standard license and is rated 4+.	children and adults	No account needed
Read&Write	Individual buyers must be at least 18.	grades K-12 and adults	A school account
ReadAloud	You must be at least 13, or the legal age of digital consent in your country.	13 and up (terms)	A parent's account
Seeing AI	No account is needed and no Seeing AI-specific terms were found.	all ages (built for blind and low-vision users)	No account needed
Speechify	You must be 18 (or the age of majority) to use it.	teens and adults; children only on a parent's account	A parent's account

Learning differences
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Do2Learn	No age rule or terms of use were found.	Children with special needs, from young children to adults; resources are for teachers, clinicians and caregivers	No account needed
EndeavorRx	Prescription only, for the child it was prescribed to.	8-17 with ADHD (prescription)	A parent's account
Goblin Tools	Not stated in terms.	about 10 and up (App Store rating 9+)	No account needed
Tiimo	Not stated in terms.	about 9+ (App Store rating)	The child's own account

AI robots, toys and kits
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Bee-Bot and Blue-Bot	No user account or age rule: TTS terms are sales terms for buyers, and TTS says its Bee-Bot and Blue-Bot apps request or handle no personal data.	about 3-7 (Blue-Bot also used into Key Stage 2)	No account needed
Bondu	Terms say you must be at least 18 (or the age of majority) to use the products and services; a minor may use them only with the authorization, consent and…	about 4-8	A parent's account
Botley the Coding Robot	No account or online service.	about 5-9 (grades K-3)	No account needed
Casio Moflin	Casio's Moflin privacy notice says the MofLife app is not aimed at or intended for children under 18; the App Store rates the app 13+.	Marketed to adults; not designed for children	A parent's account
Cubetto+	Not stated in terms; the toy needs no account or app, and the store is run by MORAVIA.	about 3-6	No account needed
Curio plush (Grem, Grok, Gabbo)	Terms (last updated Nov 2023) say you must be over 18 and the company does not permit anyone under 18 to use the service.	about 3-12	A parent's account
Dash	Terms say you must be of legal age to form a contract, or, if a minor, have a parent's permission and the parent agrees to the terms for you.	about 6-11	No account needed
Edison robot	Not stated in terms; Edison's privacy policy says optional app accounts collect a name and email only to save programs.	4-16 (maker's range)	No account needed
Eilik (with AI Station)	Store terms say you must be the age of majority, or be an adult who allows a minor dependent to use the site.	not stated by the maker	A parent's account
ELECFREAKS micro:bit kits	Shop terms say you must be the age of majority, or be of age and consent to your minor dependents using the site.	about 8-14	No account needed
EMO	Not stated in terms.	not stated by the maker (sold as a desktop pet)	A parent's account
Enabot EBO home robots	Enabot's terms say its products and services are only for people 18 or older.	Terms say 18+; kids interact with it at home	A parent's account
Finch Robot 2.0	Not stated in terms; BirdBrain says all its software is designed to be safe for children under 13 and sends no personal information to the company.	grades K-12	No account needed
FoloToy Kumma	Terms say individuals under 18 may not register or use the services; the privacy policy describes a parent setting up the device for a child.	not stated by the maker ("for both kids and adults")	A parent's account
KAI: The Artificial Intelligence Robot	Store terms say the buyer must be the age of majority or let a minor dependent use the site; the privacy policy says the services are not for children.	10+ with help, 12+ alone	No account needed
KIBO	Not stated in terms; the robot works offline with no account or app.	about 4-11 (pre-K to grade 5)	No account needed
LEGO Education Computer Science & AI	Classroom product; LEGO says Coding Canvas needs no student login and saves data only on the device.	grades K-8 (three kits: K-2, 3-5, 6-8)	No account needed
Loona Petbot	Terms say you represent that you are at least 18 years old.	not stated (marketed to families with kids)	A parent's account
Luka AI Reading Robot	The global terms say users under 18 should review them with a parent, and that users 13-18 may use the website only with a parent's involvement; the global…	about 2-8	A parent's account
Makeblock Codey Rocky	Makeblock's terms say you must be 18 to create an account or accept them; anyone under 18 may use the service only under direct supervision of a parent…	6+ (maker's age grouping)	A parent's account
Makeblock mBot2 (with AI Camera 2.0)	Makeblock's terms say you must be 18 to create an account or accept them; anyone under 18 may use the service only under direct supervision of a parent…	about 8+ (maker lists mBot2 under 6+ and the AI Camera under 8+)	A parent's account
Marty the Robot	Website terms (last updated 2018) say you must be the age of majority where you live, and adults may consent to let minor dependents use the site; no…	4+ (maker says learners as young as 4)	No account needed
MatataStudio Coding Set Pro	Shop terms say you must be the age of majority, or use the services with a parent's permission and supervision.	about 4-9 (maker recommends 5 and up)	No account needed
MatataStudio Nous AI Set	Not stated in terms; the maker's privacy policy covers only its website.	12+	The child's own account
MatataStudio Tale-Bot Pro	Shop terms say you must be the age of majority, or use the services with a parent's permission and supervision; no app or child-specific rule found.	3+	No account needed
Miko 3	Terms say parts of the Miko service are only for parents and adults over 18; users must be of legal age or have a parent's permission.	about 5-10	A parent's account
Miko Mini	Terms say parts of the Miko service are for parents and other adults over 18; users must be of legal age or have a parent's permission.	about 5-10	A parent's account
Moxie	Terms (Dec 2025) say any use by a minor (under 18 in most places) is prohibited unless supervised by a parent or legal guardian who has read and agreed to the…	not stated on the current site (sold as a children's robot)	A parent's account
Ozobot Evo	Terms of use say you must be at least the age of majority where you live, or have consent from a parent, guardian, school or authorized educational institution.	grades K-8	No account needed
Petoi Bittle X	Store terms say the buyer must be the age of majority, or an adult who lets a minor dependent use the site; no app age rule found.	10+	No account needed
Robo Wunderkind	The app privacy policy says the person registering must be at least 16; if children under 16 use the apps, the registering adult confirms they hold parental…	about 5-12	A parent's account
ROYBI Robot	No terms of use or privacy policy were found on the current site, and the privacy link in the App Store listing returns an error page.	3 and up	A parent's account
Sphero BOLT+	Sphero's terms ask people under 18 not to create a Sphero account except in the Sphero Edu app; Edu accounts for children collect a parent's email, and the…	grades 3-10 (about 8-16)	No account needed
Sphero indi	Sphero's terms ask people under 18 not to create a Sphero account except in the Sphero Edu app, which has its own child policy; the Edu apps can be used…	grades PreK-3 (about 4-9)	No account needed
Thymio	No age rule found; the free software needs no account, and the maker says it collects no usage data from the apps.	about 6-18 and adults	No account needed
UBTECH Alpha Mini	Not stated for the robot; the website policy says it does not intentionally collect minors' data and minors should visit the site with a parent's consent.	about 8-14 (maker does not give an age range)	A parent's account
UBTECH uKit Explore	Not stated for the kit; sold to schools.	about 9-15 (upper primary to junior secondary)	A school account
Unitree Go2	Not stated in the terms pages we could load; no age rule or children's section was found.	teens and adults with supervision; not designed for children	A parent's account
Vector 2.0	Terms say you must be of legal age to form a contract, or have a parent's permission and have the parent agree to the terms for you; the privacy policy says…	not stated by the maker	A parent's account
VEX IQ	No age rule in the site terms; the VEXcode apps need no account.	grades 5-8 (maker's target)	No account needed

Parental controls and family safety
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Amazon Kids+ and Parent Dashboard	Bought by an adult on their Amazon account; kids use it through child profiles.	3-12	A parent's account
Apple Screen Time	A child under 13 (age varies by country) needs a Child Account that a parent creates in Family Sharing after giving consent.	any age under 18	A parent's account
Aura Parental Controls	Account holders must be 18 (or the age of majority); people 13-17 may use Aura only with a parent's permission and involvement.	kids and teens	A parent's account
Bark (app, Bark Phone, Bark Watch)	A parent or legal guardian 18 or older subscribes on the child's behalf and may register only their own children or legal dependents.	kids and teens	A parent's account
Canopy	The service is for adults who install it on a child's device; it is not meant to be used by children under 13 themselves.	for parents of kids and teens (about 6-17)	A parent's account
Circle (Circle Home Plus)	You must be 18 or older to register for Circle Services.	whole household	A parent's account
CleanBrowsing	Not stated in terms.	whole household	No account needed
Gaggle Safety Management	Sold only to schools and districts acting in place of parents; students are covered by the school's acceptable use policy, and COPPA consent comes from the…	grades K-12	A school account
Google Family Link	No minimum age for a supervised account.	any age; built for kids under 13 and supervised teens	A parent's account
k-ID Family Connect	Terms say anyone without legal capacity to accept them must have a parent or guardian accept on their behalf, and parents are responsible for their children's…	parents of children and teens who play online games	A parent's account
Kiddle	No terms or accounts; no age rule stated.	young kids who search the web	No account needed
Lightspeed Filter (with Lightspeed Alert)	No age rule for students in the terms; the school or district is the licensee and decides which students and devices are covered.	grades K-12 (about 5-18)	A school account
Linewize Monitor	School-only.	grades K-12 on school accounts and devices	A school account
Microsoft Family Safety	A child under 13 (or a higher age in some regions) needs a parent's consent to create a Microsoft account; accounts made with consent are put in the parent's…	kids and teens on Windows, Xbox and Android	A parent's account
NextDNS (parental control)	Not stated in terms.	a tool for parents; protects any age	A parent's account
Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app	Nintendo's terms say anyone under 18 may use its services only with a parent or guardian who agrees to the terms.	any age	A parent's account
Qustodio	The account holder must be over 18.	kids and teens	A parent's account
Roblox Parental Controls	Anyone under the age of majority needs a parent to read and accept the terms, and the parent is responsible for the child's activity.	for parents of kids about 5-17	A parent's account
Safe Search Kids	The terms state no minimum age.	about 5-12 (children), adults for the articles	No account needed
Securly Aware	School-only.	grades K-12 on school accounts and devices	A school account
Take It Down	For anyone who has explicit images or videos of themselves taken when they were under 18, from any country.	anyone pictured when under 18, including adults now	No account needed
YouTube Kids (and supervised YouTube)	YouTube's terms say you must be 13 to use YouTube, but children of any age may use YouTube Kids (and supervised YouTube) if a parent or legal guardian enables…	preschool through tweens	A parent's account

Making games
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Bitsy	No age rule: the editor needs no account and its code is released under the MIT license.	about 9-16	No account needed
Construct 3	The website terms do not state an age.	about 11-18	A school account
Fortnite Creative and Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN)	Uses the Epic account and terms: under 18 should read them with a parent, and under 13 starts in a Cabined Account.	about 10-18 (publishing 18+)	A parent's account
GDevelop	The terms do not state an age.	about 10-18	A parent's account
Godot Engine	No age rule: the engine needs no account and is released under the MIT license, which lets anyone use it for any purpose.	about 12-18	No account needed
Unity and Unity Learn	You must be at least the age to consent to data processing where you live (13 in the US, 16 in the EU).	about 13-18	The child's own account

Video, animation, audio and streaming
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Animaker	Users must be of legal age (18 in most of the US).	18+ by its terms (teachers, older students with a parent)	A parent's account
Audacity	No minimum age and no account needed; the privacy notice says Audacity has no age restrictions.	about 10+	No account needed
CapCut	13 or older only.	13+ (teens)	The child's own account
FlipaClip	At least 13 to use all features.	about 10-17	No account needed
iMovie	The app needs no account of its own.	about 6+	No account needed
Nick (Nickelodeon)	The terms state no single minimum age; some areas may have age requirements, and account use is limited to household members who meet the terms.	about 2-12 (no range stated)	No account needed
OBS Studio	The privacy policy says the services are not meant for children; users must be at least 13 (16 in some places).	about 13+	No account needed
Procreate Dreams	The app needs no account.	about 10+	No account needed
Stop Motion Studio	Not stated in the EULA.	about 5-14+	No account needed
Story Time From Space	No terms of use or privacy policy found on the site.	about 4-10 (lesson plans for K-12)	No account needed
TikTok	Under 13 (under 14 in Florida) may not use TikTok, except the separate US Under 13 Experience.	13+ (separate Under 13 Experience in the US)	The child's own account
Toontastic 3D	Not stated on any page that still loads; the app's own site and terms are gone.	about 5-12	No account needed
Twitch	You must be at least 13, or 16 in Australia, or older if your country requires.	13+	The child's own account
WeVideo	Users say they are over 13 or have a parent's consent.	grades K-12 through school; 13+ for personal accounts	A school account
YouTube (main app, teen accounts)	To sign in on their own, a teen needs a Google Account that meets their country's minimum age (13 in the US and most countries, 14 to 16 in parts of Europe…	13+ on their own; younger only through supervised accounts or YouTube Kids	The child's own account

Music
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
AI Duet	No account needed.	about 5 and up	No account needed
BandLab (SongStarter, BandLab for Education)	13+ (16+ in Australia, Indonesia and Malaysia); under 18 needs a parent's or guardian's permission.	13+ on the public app; younger students only through BandLab for Education	The child's own account
Blipblox	Store terms say you must be the age of majority, or have let your minor dependents use the site; the instrument has no account.	3+ (safety-certified; built for all ages)	No account needed
Blob Opera	No account needed.	about 4 and up	No account needed
Chrome Music Lab	No account needed.	about 4 and up	No account needed
GarageBand	The app needs no account of its own.	about 6+	No account needed
Moises	Users must be at least 13; anyone 13 to 17 must have a parent's or guardian's consent.	13 and up	The child's own account
Noodle Loaf	Not stated: the site has no terms or privacy policy.	about 3-9	No account needed
Pinna	You must be 18 or older, or have a parent or guardian's consent; the adult agrees to the terms for any child in the household.	3-12	A parent's account
Simply Piano	Users under 16 need a parent's or legal guardian's express consent; under-13s may not share personal information without parental approval, and under-18s may…	school-age kids, teens and adults	A parent's account
Skoove	Terms are for adult consumers; use by minors without their legal guardians' consent is not allowed, and Learnfield may delete minors' data.	teens and adults (younger kids with a parent)	A parent's account
Soundtrap	Personal accounts: 18+, or 13 to 17 with a parent's or guardian's consent.	grades K-12 through school; 13+ for personal accounts	A school account
Spotify (Spotify Kids and managed accounts)	In the US you must be 18, or 13 or older with a parent or guardian's consent.	13+ on their own; younger through Spotify Kids or managed accounts	A parent's account
Suno	13+; under 18 may use it only with a parent's or guardian's express prior consent.	13+ (teens with a parent's consent)	The child's own account
Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II	No age limit for using the device.	about 10 and up	No account needed
Yousician	Terms say users must be of legal age, or a parent must agree for a minor and is responsible for their use and purchases.	about 13 and up	A parent's account

Cooking with kids
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
America's Test Kitchen Kids	The main terms say users must be old enough to sign a binding contract (adults).	about 3-17 (preschool boxes were 3-5, Young Chefs' Club 6-12, plus teen cookbooks)	No account needed
Fight BAC!	Not stated in the terms of service; there are no kid accounts.	K-12, plus parents of babies	No account needed
Food Network Kitchen	The app is closed.	was a general-audience app	No account needed
Jamie Oliver's 10 Skills (Ministry of Food)	The general Jamie Oliver terms set no minimum age for using the site, but anyone sending photos, entries or other contributions must be 18 or older.	about 3-14 (UK primary and secondary; US schools and community groups)	A school account
Kids Cook Real Food	The privacy policy says anyone giving personal data must be over 13, a person over 13 must make the purchase, and children under 13 must be supervised by an…	about 2-12 (Teens Cook Real Food for 13-21 is on a waitlist)	A parent's account
Kids Eat in Color	Terms say you must be at least 18 to use the website, templates, courses and products.	for parents of kids 0-18; BetterBites targets ages 1-5	A parent's account
Mealime	Terms (last updated April 13, 2021) say minors may use the app only under parental or adult supervision.	was a general-audience app for adults	No account needed
Outschool cooking classes	Account holders must be old enough to sign a contract (18 in many places).	about 9-18 for the cooking listings we saw (Outschool overall covers 3-18)	A parent's account
Paprika Recipe Manager	The privacy policy says the software is not intended for children under 16 and no one under 16 may provide information to it.	adults (a parent's planning tool)	A parent's account
Raddish Kids	Terms say you must be at least 18 to use the site or services.	about 4-14+	A parent's account
Super Healthy Kids	The privacy policy says the services are not intended for anyone under 16.	for parents of kids roughly 1-12	No account needed
Sur La Table cooking classes (online and kids)	Website terms say the site is for users 18 or older.	most classes 14+ with a paying adult; kids' and teen in-store series for younger cooks	A parent's account
Tasty	BuzzFeed's user agreement says its sites are not meant for anyone under 16 and it does not knowingly collect data from under-16s.	general audience; terms say 16+	No account needed
The Kids Cook Monday	The privacy policy says the site is for a general audience, not meant for children under 13, and asks under-13s not to submit any information.	about 2-12 (with an adult)	No account needed
Yummly	Service closed in December 2024; its old terms are no longer online.	was a general-audience app for adults	No account needed

DIY, making, 3D and electronics
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Adafruit Learning System	Reading guides needs no account.	about 10 and up with an adult	No account needed
Autodesk Fusion (Education)	You must meet Autodesk's minimum age (set in a separate document) and be an education user; minors who meet it must have a parent or guardian agree to the…	about 14+ (high school and up)	The child's own account
Babble Dabble Do	Not stated; the site's terms of use set no age limit.	about 3-12	No account needed
Blender	Not stated; Blender is free GPL software with no account, and the website says no registration or internet is needed to use it.	about 12+	No account needed
Crayola crafts	The terms of use do not state an age.	about 3 and up (each craft lists an age)	No account needed
DLTK's Crafts for Kids	Not stated in the terms of service; the terms allow personal, non-commercial use by families, schools, daycares and camps.	about 2-8	No account needed
EasyEDA	13 or older in the US (16 in the EU); younger users need a parent's or guardian's permission, and the parent must agree to the terms.	about 13+	The child's own account
LEGO Builder	LEGO's app terms say the app is for all ages, but minors (generally under 18) need a parent or guardian's permission and the parent should read the terms first.	about 4+ (rated 4+)	No account needed
LEGO Play	LEGO's app terms say the app is for all ages, but minors (generally under 18) need parental permission.	about 5-12 (rated 4+)	The child's own account
Little Bins for Little Hands	Not stated; the site's terms and disclosure page set no age limit.	about 3-13 (preschool to middle school)	No account needed
Little Passports	Accounts and purchases are for adults 18 and over; children use the mailed kits.	about 3-12	A parent's account
Make: and Maker Camp	The terms of use set no minimum age.	under 5 to 14+ (Maker Camp); magazine for teens and adults	A parent's account
Onshape Education	13 or older (16 in the EU without parent consent).	about 12+ (middle school to college)	The child's own account
Red Ted Art	Not stated; we found no terms of use, and the privacy page sets no age limit.	about 2-15 (preschool, kids 5+, tweens and teens)	No account needed
SketchUp for Schools	No minimum age stated; it is for K-12 students and teachers at schools that use Google for Education or Microsoft Education, and only the school's domain…	grades K-12	A school account
SparkFun Learn	Not stated in the terms or privacy policy.	about 12 and up (younger with an adult)	No account needed

Homework, chores and organizing
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Cozi Family Organizer	The terms say any user under 13 must have a parent or guardian register the account, give consent and provide the child's contact details.	whole family; kids about 8+ can use it with a parent	A parent's account
Forest	The iOS privacy policy says the service is not directed to children under 13; minors may use the app only with a parent's or guardian's help, and children…	about 10+ (study use); minors with a parent's help	No account needed
Google Keep	Children under 13 (or their country's age) cannot manage their own Google Account; a parent creates and manages it with Family Link.	any age with a Google Account; most useful for about 8+	A parent's account
Joon	Built for parents to use with their children.	6-12	A parent's account
myHomework Student Planner	You must be at least 13 to create a myHomework account; the policy points younger students to a separate note on use under 13.	13+ for personal accounts; schools use it across K-12	The child's own account
Notion	The Personal Use Terms say you may not use Notion if you are 13 or younger; users must be over 13.	14+	The child's own account
Skylight Calendar	Buyers must be at least 18 (or the age of majority).	whole family; chore charts suit kids about 4-12	A parent's account

School apps, family logistics and safety
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
1Password Families	The privacy notice says the services are not intended for minors, and anyone under 16 may use them only with a parent's or legal custodian's consent; the…	whole family; under 16 needs a parent's consent	A parent's account
Acorns Early (formerly GoHenry)	Anyone under 18 may use the website only to register with prior permission from a parent or guardian; parents open and run the account, and the child picks…	6-18	A parent's account
Bitwarden Families	Users must be 13 or older; Bitwarden does not allow users under 13 and will close the account of any user under 13 found without parental consent.	13+	A parent's account
Brightwheel	Accounts are for providers and parents or guardians.	mostly 0-5, plus school-age kids in camps and afterschool programs	A parent's account
BusyKid	You must be at least 18 to register and hold the family account; anyone under 18 may not register.	kids and teens (chores are preset by age)	A parent's account
GameChanger	Account holders cannot be under 13 and must be of legal age to accept the terms.	families of young athletes; account holders 13+	A parent's account
Greenlight	Children under 18 must be registered by a parent or guardian, and the parent starts registration for any child under 13.	kids and teens, about 6-17	A parent's account
Kiddoware Safe Browser (with Kids Place)	The Kiddoware terms say users must be older than 13, so the account belongs to the parent, who sets up the device for the child.	about 4-15	A parent's account
Kids Web Services (KWS) parent verification	For adults only: KWS exists to confirm that the person giving consent for a child is an adult.	used by parents of children under their country's digital consent age	A parent's account
PRIVO	PRIVO's own site is not intended for children; parents give or refuse consent on a child's behalf through it.	parents of children under 13 (and teens)	A parent's account
TeamSnap	Account holders cannot be under 13 and must be old enough to accept the terms.	families of young athletes; account holders 13+	A parent's account
uBlock Origin Lite	Not stated.	all ages (set up by a parent)	No account needed
Yoti age checks and Digital ID app	The Digital ID app requires the digital age of consent where you live (13 in the UK, 14 in Spain and Italy, 15 in France, 16 in Germany and the Netherlands…	anyone asked to prove age; app accounts 13+ or the local consent age	No account needed

Courses and learning platforms
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
AmblesideOnline	Not stated: there are no user terms beyond a license agreement for using the curriculum, and no account is needed to read it.	about 5-18 (Year 0 to Year 12)	No account needed
Connections Academy	A parent enrolls the child.	grades K-12	A parent's account
Coursera	No one under 13 may use it.	about 13+ (built for adults)	The child's own account
CS50's Introduction to AI with Python	The free course page sets no age, but submitting work needs an edX account and GitHub, and both require users to be at least 13.	strong teens (about 15+) and adults	The child's own account
Easy Peasy All-in-One Homeschool	Not stated; there are no formal terms.	preschool-grade 8 (about 4-14); high school on a sister site	A parent's account
edX	You must be at least 13 to use edX.	about 13+ (built for adults)	The child's own account
K12 online school	No minimum age in the terms.	grades K-12 (about 5-18), plus online pre-K	A school account
Kaggle Learn	No one under 13 may use it.	about 16 and up	The child's own account
Khan Academy	Under 13 in the US (or under the age of consent in your country) cannot open an account without a parent's approval or a school's setup.	about 5-18 and adults (grades K-12, plus college and test prep)	A parent's account
Microsoft Learn	The Learn terms of use set no age.	about 13+	The child's own account
MIT OpenCourseWare	Not stated in terms.	about 14+ (college-level material)	No account needed
Oak National Academy	Pupil lessons need no sign-in and the terms set no age for them.	about 4-16 (EYFS to Year 11)	No account needed
OER Project	The terms say the courses are only for school use directed by a teacher; students may not use it on their own, and under-13s may use it only if their school…	about 11-18 (grades 6-12)	A school account
OpenEd	You must be at least 18 (or the age of majority) to create an account.	Kindergarten and up; set by each state's public school rules	A parent's account
OpenStax	The terms of use set no age.	about 14 and up (high school and college)	No account needed
Outschool	Only adults who can form a binding contract (18 in most places) can hold an account.	about 3-18	A parent's account
PW (Physics Wallah)	No minimum age is stated.	about 11-18 (classes 6-12), plus adults	The child's own account
The Well-Trained Mind	The terms state no minimum age.	Curricula for homeschooled children of many ages; the site is for parents	A parent's account
Time4Learning	The terms say a parent or guardian creates the account and pays for each child, and acts as teacher of record.	about 4-18 (PreK to grade 12)	A parent's account
Udemy	18+ to create an account.	18+; teens about 13-17 only through a parent's account	A parent's account

Classroom tools
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
BrainPOP (and BrainPOP Jr.)	Registering an account requires a parent's or guardian's supervision if you are a minor.	about 5-14 (K-8+)	A school account
Brisk Teaching	Users must be 18 or have ongoing permission from a parent or their school.	grades K-12 (students through school)	A school account
Canvas LMS	Canvas has no age limit of its own for school use: the school creates student accounts and, under Instructure's COPPA policy, the school gives consent for…	grades K-12 and college	A school account
Civic Online Reasoning	No student accounts; teachers sign up for a free account to download materials.	about 11-18 (middle school to college)	A school account
ClassDojo	Anyone under 18 needs a parent, guardian or school staff to allow use and agree to the terms.	about 4-14 (preschool through middle school)	A school account
Classful	You must be 18 to create or independently use an account.	adults; materials for about 3-16	A parent's account
ClassGames	The terms state no minimum age.	about 5-14 (grades K-8)	No account needed
ClassLink LaunchPad	School-only; student accounts come from the school's rosters.	grades K-12	A school account
Clever	School-only; the school registers and sets up student accounts.	grades K-12	A school account
Confessions of a Homeschooler	The terms state no minimum age.	parents; printables for preschool to elementary	No account needed
Curipod	Students under 18 do not make accounts; they join with a PIN from their teacher.	grades K-12	A school account
Diffit	Teacher-only: users must be 18 or older and plan to use it for teaching.	grades K-12 (teacher tool)	A school account
Discovery Education Experience	Only for users authorized under a school or district subscription, for educational, non-commercial use; student details come from the school.	grades K-12	A school account
Discovery Education Virtual Field Trips	The website terms say you must be at least 13 to register on DiscoveryEducation.com; the field trips are meant to be shown by a teacher or parent.	grades K-12 (each trip lists grades)	No account needed
Edpuzzle	Students may use it only when invited by their teacher, school or district; for under-13s the school gives consent under COPPA or FERPA.	grades K-12 (students invited by a teacher)	A school account
Edthena AI Coach	Users must be 18+ (or an organization); anyone under 13 is barred from using it.	for teachers; students appear in classroom video	A school account
Eduaide.AI	18+ only; accounts by anyone under 18 are not permitted.	for teachers (materials for grades K-12)	A school account
Education.com	Sold only to adults.	about 4-14 (pre-K to grade 8)	A parent's account
Free Homeschool Deals	The terms say you may use the service only if you are over 18; under-18s need a parent's or guardian's written consent.	parents of children preschool to grade 12	No account needed
Google Classroom (guardian email summaries)	Only schools and qualifying institutions can sign up.	grades K-12 (any child with a school Google Workspace account)	A school account
Homeschool.com	The site is intended for adults; users under 18 may not create accounts or use its services.	parents of children from pre-K to grade 12	No account needed
How To Homeschool	We found no terms or minimum age on the pages we could load; the site is written for parents.	parents of children of all ages	No account needed
Kahoot!	No minimum age in the terms. 'Children' means under 13 in the US and under 16 elsewhere; a child who just joins a game gives only a nickname, a child account…	about 6 and up; grades K-12 and adults	A parent's account
Kami	Terms let a school, a teacher or a parent set up accounts for students; a parent buying for a child under 18 must give verifiable consent before the child can…	grades K-12 (about 5-18), plus adults	A school account
Kira	Individual users must be 13 or older, and a parent must accept the terms for anyone under adulthood.	about 11-18 (middle and high school courses)	A school account
Lakeshore Learning	The terms say the services are not available to minors, and the privacy policy says the websites are directed to people 18 and older and do not knowingly…	Learning materials for early childhood through elementary grades; the site is for adults	No account needed
MagicSchool	Accounts are for teachers and school staff of legal age to sign a contract.	grades K-12 (students only through a teacher)	A school account
Merlyn Origin	Product terms are for adult instructors at schools that bought a subscription; teachers must make sure only students with the needed consents (including…	used by teachers; students of any grade see it in class	A school account
Nearpod	Website terms do not set a student age; Renaissance says student data in its classroom products is controlled by the school, which handles consent and parent…	about 5-18 (grades K-12)	A school account
Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF)	The terms say a minor's use is covered by the terms and the parent or guardian accepts that.	about 11-18 (middle and high school)	No account needed
Padlet	Not directed to children under 13; they may use it only with guidance, supervision and consent from a parent, guardian or school, and the school takes…	school-age kids with a teacher, plus adults	A school account
ParentSquare	Contracted with the school district.	families of K-12 students	A school account
PBS LearningMedia	LearningMedia's own terms page needs JavaScript and did not load for us.	pre-K to grade 12	No account needed
PowerSchool SIS	Run by schools.	grades K-12 and their parents	A school account
Red Rover	The website terms say you must be at least 16 to use the website; platform use is governed by separate agreements with each district.	not for children (school staff and substitutes)	A school account
Remind	The Remind Chat terms set no minimum age but say anyone under 18 must read the terms with a parent or guardian.	about 10-18 (students in classes, teams and clubs), plus parents	The child's own account
SchoolAI	Students may use it only through a school, which must get any consent the law requires.	grades K-12 (and college)	A school account
Seesaw	Students cannot create accounts themselves; a teacher or school must invite them.	about 4-12 (PreK-grade 6)	A school account
Snorkl	Sold to schools and teachers.	grades K-12	A school account
Super Teacher Worksheets	The terms say the services are only for users over 18, and anyone under 18 should not use or access them.	about 4-12 (Pre-K to grade 6); the site is for adults	A parent's account
Teach By Day	The privacy policy says the site is not intended for anyone under 18.	written for teachers	No account needed
Teach Simple	You must be at least the age of majority where you live; an adult may let a minor dependent use the site only with Teach Simple's consent.	about 3-18 (materials for teachers, preschool to grade 12)	A parent's account
Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT)	Only people 18 or older can become members.	Adults (teachers and parents); materials for pre-K to grade 12	A school account
TeachersFirst	By using the sites you confirm you are at least 13; the sites are meant for adults and information from children under 13 is deleted.	teachers (resources tagged grades K-12)	A parent's account
The Good and the Beautiful	Children under 13 must have a parent's or guardian's permission, and the company says it does not knowingly collect their personal information without…	about 4-18 (preschool to high school)	A parent's account
The Simple Homeschooler	The site is not intended for children under 13 and does not knowingly collect their data.	parents of children of all ages	No account needed
Twinkl	You must be over 18 to take out a subscription or register as a free user.	Resources for early childhood to grade 12; the site is for adults	A parent's account
Wordwall	Account holders must be old enough to form a binding contract.	about 5-18 (made for classroom use)	A school account

Assessment and grading
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Bluebook	Not stated in the Bluebook policy or College Board's student legal terms; the terms say a parent or guardian acting for a student is also bound by them, and…	grades 8-12 (about 13-18)	The child's own account
Exact Path	School-licensed; the school must affirm it has authority to let under-13s use it, and for services bought by individuals a parent must consent for under-13s…	grades K-12	A school account
i-Ready	School-licensed only; students sign in with logins their school gives them, and the school consents for under-13s under COPPA.	grades K-8	A school account
MAP Growth	School-only.	grades K-12	A school account
Wayground (formerly Quizizz)	Open to all ages.	grades K-12	A school account

AI detectors and plagiarism checkers
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
GPTZero	The site is intended for users at least 18 years old, and the privacy policy says it does not knowingly collect data from or market to anyone under 18, even…	adults (teachers); markets to students	A school account
Turnitin (with AI writing detection)	There is no personal sign-up; students use it through a school.	about 11-18 and college (secondary and higher education)	A school account

School platforms
App	What its terms say about age	Ages it suits	Account
Educational App Store	Not stated.	for parents and teachers (covers apps for ages 3-18+)	No account needed

19 everyday apps in full: price, age rule, ads and data

Social, messaging, game and recipe apps that parents ask about, like Lemon8, Roblox and Fortnite. They are not learning apps, so each used to have its own page; everything that page said is here, with the maker's own questions and where each answer came from.

Among Us
BeReal
Brawl Stars
Clash Royale
Fortnite
Genshin Impact
Instagram
Lemon8
Mealime
Paprika Recipe Manager
Pokémon GO
Rec Room
Reddit
Roblox
Snapchat
Threads
VRChat
WhatsApp
Yummly

Among Us

Among Us is free, with paid extras. Free on iPhone and Android with in-app purchases; $4.99 on Steam. Ages about 9-16. It has ads and in-app purchases.

Ages it suits	about 9-16
What its terms say about age	You must be 18 or older, or have a parent or guardian's consent, to agree to the terms. Players who say they are under 13 (US) or under the local age of consent are put in Quick-Chat Mode with fixed phrases only, unless a parent gives verified consent for more. The terms
Price	Free on iPhone and Android with in-app purchases; $4.99 on Steam (Oct 2026). Cosmetics are sold in-game.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Innersloth says it follows COPPA: child accounts need verified parental consent and children stay in Quick-Chat Mode by default. It says it does not sell or share personal data for targeted ads, though the App Store label lists identifiers used for third-party advertising on mobile. The privacy policy
AI	No AI.

Watch for

Public lobbies with strangers; free chat once a parent allows it
Cartoon killing is the core of the game
Ads and cosmetic purchases on mobile
Kids can lie about their age to skip Quick Chat

Our take: A good family or friends party game in private lobbies; keep younger kids out of public lobbies.

By Innersloth. Go to Among Us ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

BeReal

BeReal is free, with paid extras. Free to use. Ages 13+. It has ads and in-app purchases. Our take: A lower-pressure social app for teens 13+ with real-life…

Ages it suits	13+
What its terms say about age	You must be a real person at least 13 years old; depending on where you live, a parent or guardian may also need to consent if you are under the local age of consent. The terms
Price	Free to use (Oct 2026). Its terms describe an optional paid "No Ads" subscription, US only, bought through the app store; its child-safety page says there are no in-app purchases, so the two pages disagree.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	BeReal collects photos, contacts if allowed, device and advertising IDs, and IP-based location. Its privacy policy says it infers interests from your pictures to pick ads, but its child-safety page says advertising profiling is off and no targeted ads are shown to under-18s. The privacy policy
AI	Automated classifiers scan images at upload for rule-breaking content; ads for adults are selected partly from interests inferred from photos.

Watch for

No parental controls
Photos can reveal home or school
Pressure to post on cue each day
Interest guessing from photos for adult ads

Our take: A lower-pressure social app for teens 13+ with real-life friends; younger kids should wait.

Is there a paid BeReal subscription?: BeReal's terms describe an optional "No Ads" subscription that removes the ads shown in the app. The terms say it is currently available only to users in the United States and is taken out and managed through the app store.
Source: bereal.com, read 2026-10-29
What is BeReal's App Store age rating?: 13+. The App Store listing flags infrequent profanity, mature or suggestive themes, alcohol, tobacco or drug references and sexual content, and says the app contains advertising, messaging and user-generated content.
Source: apps.apple.com, read 2026-10-29
What does BeReal do about an account for a child under 13?: BeReal says that when someone reports an account they think belongs to a child under 13, it suspends the account straight away, and getting it back needs an identity document showing the person is old enough. A parent can tell BeReal at contact@bere.al.
Source: bereal.com, read 2026-10-29
How do I delete a BeReal account?: The terms say you can delete your account at any time in the app's settings, and deletion permanently removes the profile and its content. In the US, accounts may also be deleted after three years without use.
Source: bereal.com, read 2026-10-29
Is BeReal safe for kids and teens?: BeReal is 13+. It says it removes accounts that seem to belong to under-13s, checks every image at upload, shows no targeted ads to under-18s, and makes location approximate by default for minors. There are no parental controls, and photos can reveal home or school, so sit down with a teen and check the location setting.
Source: bereal.com, read 2026-11-03
How does BeReal work?: Once a day, at a random time, everyone gets a two-minute window to post a front-and-back camera photo. You see friends' posts only after sharing your own, and friends react with selfie reactions called RealMojis.
Source: bereal.com, read 2026-11-03
What are alternatives to BeReal for younger kids?: BeReal is for 13 and up. Younger kids who want to share pictures with family can try a parent-run messenger such as Kinzoo. See the alternatives on this page.
Source: bereal.com, read 2026-11-03

By BeReal SAS. Go to BeReal ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Brawl Stars

Brawl Stars is free, with paid extras. Free to download; in-app purchases range from $0.99 to $99.99 in US app stores, including random items…

Ages it suits	about 10-16 (App Store 13+)
What its terms say about age	No general age limit. Anyone under the age of majority needs a legal guardian to review and agree to the terms. Players who say they are under 16 (or the local age) get limited access to chat, social and some notification features unless a parent consents. The terms
Price	Free to download; in-app purchases range from $0.99 to $99.99 in US app stores, including random items (Supercell, Oct 2026).
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Not stated
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Supercell says its games are not directed to children under 16 and limits chat, social and data processing for players who say they are younger. The App Store label lists usage data that may be used to track players across other companies' apps and for third-party advertising. The privacy policy
AI	No AI.

Watch for

Paid random items and constant offers up to $99.99
Club chat with strangers for older players
Combat is the whole game
No in-game parental controls; relies on phone settings

Our take: Fine for tweens whose phone blocks purchases; skip if a child struggles with spending pressure or time limits.

By Supercell. Go to Brawl Stars ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Clash Royale

Clash Royale is free, with paid extras. Free to download; in-app purchases range from $0.99 to $99.99 in US app stores, including random items…

Ages it suits	about 9-16 (App Store 9+)
What its terms say about age	No general age limit. Anyone under the age of majority needs a legal guardian to review and agree to the terms. Players who say they are under 16 (or the local age) get limited access to chat, social and some notification features unless a parent consents. The terms
Price	Free to download; in-app purchases range from $0.99 to $99.99 in US app stores, including random items (Supercell, Oct 2026).
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Not stated
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Supercell says its games are not directed to children under 16 and limits chat, social and data processing for players who say they are younger. The App Store label lists usage data that may be used to track players across other companies' apps and for third-party advertising. The privacy policy
AI	No AI.

Watch for

Paid random items and big bundles
Card upgrades reward paying players
Clan chat with strangers for older players
Losing streaks can frustrate younger kids

Our take: A real thinking game for strategy-minded tweens; lock in-app purchases on the phone first.

By Supercell. Go to Clash Royale ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Fortnite

Fortnite is free, with paid extras. Free to play. Ages about 10-18. It has no ads but has in-app purchases. Our take: Suits tweens and teens whose parents set…

Ages it suits	about 10-18
What its terms say about age	No minimum age. Players under 18 should read the terms with a parent, who accepts them for the child and is responsible for their use. Under 13 (or the local age of digital consent) gets a Cabined Account: no voice or free-text chat, no real-money purchases and no custom display name until a parent verifies as an adult and consents. The terms
Price	Free to play. Fortnite Crew is $11.99 a month and includes the Battle Pass and other passes (fortnite.com, Oct 2026); V-Bucks sold in-game and on gift cards. Purchases from Epic are non-refundable unless marked refundable.
Account	A parent's account
Ads	None
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Epic says it does not sell personal data or use it for targeted advertising, and from April 2026 deletes a child's data after 18 months of inactivity. Voice chat audio is kept on devices for five minutes and sent to Epic only if someone reports; reporting is always on for under-18s. The privacy policy
AI	Epic says it trains machine learning tools to detect and moderate harmful and fraudulent behavior; play itself does not center on AI.

Watch for

Shooting and combat are the core of the main mode
Constant new skins, passes and a $11.99 monthly subscription
Chat with strangers is possible once a parent allows it
Player-made islands vary in content; set a rating limit

Our take: Suits tweens and teens whose parents set up Epic's controls; skip for young kids who are not ready for combat games or social play.

By Epic Games. Go to Fortnite ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Genshin Impact

Genshin Impact is free, with paid extras. Free to play; in-game currency for random Wishes and a monthly pass are sold in-game. Ages about 13-18.

Ages it suits	about 13-18
What its terms say about age	You must be an adult in your country to accept the terms; a minor may use the game only if a parent or guardian reviews and accepts the terms and takes legal and financial responsibility. In the US, accounts of children under 13 are deleted unless a parent gives verified consent, and players under 16 need a parent's consent before buying with real money. The terms
Price	Free to play; in-game currency for random Wishes and a monthly pass are sold in-game (Oct 2026). No prices on the maker's site.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Collects device and advertising IDs and uses them for targeted ads and ad measurement. The policy says it may train AI on chat input but excludes US children under COPPA, and players can opt out in settings. The privacy policy
AI	The privacy policy says HoYoverse may train AI models on user input such as chat, but not on data from US users identified as children under COPPA.

Watch for

Built around paid random draws (gacha), a gambling-like mechanic
FTC penalty over misleading kids about odds and costs
Targeted advertising and broad device tracking
Long play sessions and daily login rewards

Our take: Better suited to older teens with firm spending rules; skip for kids who are drawn to chance-based spending.

By HoYoverse (Cognosphere). Go to Genshin Impact ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Instagram (Teen Accounts)

Instagram is free. Ages 13+. It has ads and in-app purchases. Our take: For teens 13+ only with supervision set up in Family Center; parents should not rely…

Ages it suits	13+
What its terms say about age	You must be at least 13 years old to use Instagram, and you must not be barred from the service under applicable law. The terms
Price	Free with ads (Oct 2026); optional paid features such as creator subscriptions are in-app purchases.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Meta's privacy policy says it uses what people do, including their interactions with its AI features, to personalize feeds, Meta AI and ads across Meta apps, and shares information among Meta companies. Teen Accounts set strict defaults, but the policy does not exempt teens from ads. The privacy policy
AI	Recommendation systems rank Feed, Reels and Explore; Meta AI chat is built in, and Meta uses AI to place suspected teens into Teen Accounts even if they claim to be adults.

Watch for

Independent testing found most teen tools weak
Ads and Meta AI throughout
Large verdicts and an $18B state settlement
On Australia's under-16 restricted list

Our take: For teens 13+ only with supervision set up in Family Center; parents should not rely on Teen Accounts alone.

By Meta. Go to Instagram ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Lemon8

Lemon8 is free. Ages 13+. It has ads but no in-app purchases. Our take: No reason for kids under 13; for teens it carries the same data terms as TikTok…

Ages it suits	13+
What its terms say about age	You must be 13 or older to use Lemon8, and you need a TikTok account, which carries TikTok's own 13+ rule and terms. The terms
Price	Free, with no in-app purchases (Oct 2026). Its US terms say it may carry ads and earn money from advertising, sponsorships and usage data.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	None
Data	In the US, Lemon8's privacy link goes to TikTok's US privacy policy, which covers device data, location if allowed, ad personalization and training machine learning models on how people use the services. The privacy policy
AI	Recommendation systems rank the feed, under TikTok's privacy policy.

Watch for

Needs a TikTok account in the US
No parental controls of its own
Beauty and body-image content
Posts can cross-post to TikTok

Our take: No reason for kids under 13; for teens it carries the same data terms as TikTok without TikTok's parent tools.

How does Lemon8 make money if it is free?: Lemon8's US terms say it may earn money through the sale of advertising, sponsorships, promotions and usage data. The terms also say the service may contain advertisements.
Source: lemon8-app.com, read 2026-10-29
Does Lemon8 track you for advertising?: The App Store listing says identifiers may be used to track you across apps and websites owned by other companies, and lists advertising data among the data linked to you. It shows Lemon8 as free with no in-app purchases.
Source: apps.apple.com, read 2026-10-29
Does Lemon8 pay creators for their posts?: Not by default. The terms say that, unless the terms or another agreement allow it, you have no right to receive any income from the content you post.
Source: lemon8-app.com, read 2026-10-29
What age do you have to be to use Lemon8?: You must be 13 or older to use Lemon8, and in the US you also need a TikTok account, which carries TikTok's own 13+ rule. The App Store rates it 13+.
Source: lemon8-app.com, read 2026-11-03
Is Lemon8 safe for kids and teens?: Lemon8 is not for children under 13. We found no Lemon8-specific parental controls or teen settings on its pages, its US privacy link goes to TikTok's policy, and its feed carries beauty and body-image content. A parent of a teen should check the privacy settings together.
Source: lemon8-app.com, read 2026-11-03
Is Lemon8 the same as TikTok?: Not the same app, but in the US it is run by the same joint venture and requires a TikTok account. Posts can be cross-posted between the two, and deleting the TikTok account ends Lemon8 access.
Source: lemon8-app.com, read 2026-11-03

By TikTok USDS Joint Venture (US). Go to Lemon8 ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Mealime

Mealime is free. It has no ads or in-app purchases. Our take: Skip it; it has closed. Families who used it can try Meals Hub if they shop at an…

Ages it suits	was a general-audience app for adults
What its terms say about age	Terms (last updated April 13, 2021) say minors may use the app only under parental or adult supervision. The terms
Price	Free. Discontinued Oct 21, 2026. Paid Pro subscriptions are being wound down and Pro recipes opened to all users. The replacement, Meals Hub, is free inside Albertsons Companies store apps.
Account	No account needed
Ads	None
Purchases inside it	None
Data	The privacy policy lists Google Analytics and other trackers, says Google may use data to personalize ads, and offers a California opt-out of the sale of personal information. Data moving to Meals Hub falls under Albertsons' apps. The privacy policy
AI	No AI.

Watch for

Discontinued Oct 21, 2026
The replacement lives inside a grocery chain's shopping app
Saved plans and settings may not carry over cleanly

Our take: Skip it; it has closed. Families who used it can try Meals Hub if they shop at an Albertsons-owned store, or pick another planner.

By Mealime (owned by Albertsons Companies). Go to Mealime ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. This one has a warning: read the age rule and the catch above before anything else. All app prices

Paprika Recipe Manager

Paprika Recipe Manager is paid. One-time purchase, sold separately on each platform; iOS is $4.99 on the App Store (Oct 2026, during a sale…

Ages it suits	adults (a parent's planning tool)
What its terms say about age	The privacy policy says the software is not intended for children under 16 and no one under 16 may provide information to it. The App Store rates it 16+. The terms
Price	Paid. One-time purchase, sold separately on each platform; iOS is $4.99 on the App Store (Oct 2026, during a sale that runs through November). The maker says Paprika 4 premium features will need a subscription after the beta.
Account	A parent's account
Ads	None
Purchases inside it	None
Data	The App Store label lists email, photos and recipes linked to your account for sync, and usage data not linked to you for analytics. The privacy policy says it does not knowingly collect data from under-16s. The privacy policy
AI	No AI found in version 3; the Paprika 4 beta adds automatic recipe scanning and extraction from photos and text, but the maker does not describe it as AI.

Watch for

Each platform is a separate purchase
A subscription is coming for Paprika 4's new features
Not made for kids; Paprika 4 adds messaging between users

Our take: A solid, ad-free planner for the parent who runs the family kitchen; not a kids' product, so children should use it only alongside a parent.

By Hindsight Labs LLC. Go to Paprika Recipe Manager ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO is free, with paid extras. Free to play; PokéCoins, raid passes and event tickets are sold in-game. Ages about 6-16 (with a parent for young kids).

Ages it suits	about 6-16 (with a parent for young kids)
What its terms say about age	Pokémon GO is open to all ages, but a child (under 13 in the US, under 16 in parts of Europe, under 14 in Korea) needs a parent to verify their identity and consent, usually through a Kids @ Scopely Explore or Pokémon Trainer Club account. Scopely's other apps, such as Monster Hunter Now and Campfire, do not allow children at all. The terms
Price	Free to play; PokéCoins, raid passes and event tickets are sold in-game (Oct 2026). Purchases of virtual money and goods are final.
Account	A parent's account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	The game collects device location as you play, and with background tracking on, while you are not playing. Children need verified parental consent; ads in the app are non-targeted sponsored gifts and sponsored real-world locations, with targeted ads for the apps only outside the US. The privacy policy
AI	No AI in play that the maker describes.

Watch for

Constant location tracking, including in the background if turned on
Meeting strangers at raids and events in real places
Safety risk of looking at a phone while walking near roads
Paid raid passes, event tickets and coins

Our take: A fun family walking game when a parent plays along; not one to hand to a young child to wander with alone.

By Scopely Explore (formerly Niantic, now part of Scopely). Go to Pokémon GO ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Rec Room

Rec Room is free. It has no in-app purchases. Our take: Closed; a reminder that purchases and creations on any online platform can vanish when the company does.

Ages it suits	was about 10-18
What its terms say about age	The last archived terms (January 2026) said users had to be 18, or have parents who reviewed the terms and agreed on their behalf. The service is now closed. The terms
Price	Free. Closed June 1, 2026. It was free to play with a paid subscription and Rec Tokens; the terms let the company change or end tokens and creator payouts without refund.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Not stated
Purchases inside it	None
Data	Not stated; the privacy policy is no longer online. Families with old accounts should check whether any account data or payment records need closing out. The privacy policy
AI	No AI.

Watch for

Shut down; everything kids built or bought is gone
Virtual currency and creator earnings could be ended without refund
Social VR mixed kids and adults in voice chat

Our take: Closed; a reminder that purchases and creations on any online platform can vanish when the company does.

By Rec Room Inc.. Go to Rec Room ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. This one has a warning: read the age rule and the catch above before anything else. All app prices

Reddit is free. Ages 13+ (App Store rating 18+). It has ads and in-app purchases. Our take: Better for older teens who stick to specific hobby communities…

Ages it suits	13+ (App Store rating 18+)
What its terms say about age	No one under 13 may use Reddit, and you must be over the minimum age in your country (Reddit's help page says 16 in Australia). Under the age of majority, you need a parent or guardian to agree to the terms; mature content needs 18+. The terms
Price	Free with ads (Oct 2026); in-app purchases are available.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Reddit's privacy policy says it uses activity and data from advertisers and partners to personalize ads on and off Reddit, and warns that public posts may appear in search engines or in answers from AI chatbots like ChatGPT. Reddit says verified ages are never shown to advertisers. The privacy policy
AI	Systems predict a user's age group from account signals; recommendations rank posts and communities.

Watch for

App Store rates it 18+
No parental controls
Public posts can feed AI chatbots
On Australia's under-16 restricted list

Our take: Better for older teens who stick to specific hobby communities; not a place for younger kids to browse.

By Reddit, Inc.. Go to Reddit ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Roblox

Roblox is free, with paid extras. Free to play. Ages about 5-16 and up. It has ads and in-app purchases. Our take: Workable for kids whose parent links an…

Ages it suits	about 5-16 and up
What its terms say about age	No minimum age in the terms. Anyone under the age of majority needs a parent or guardian to read and agree to the terms, and the parent is responsible for the child's activity, including purchases. Only adults may buy Robux or subscriptions. Chat needs an age check; 5-8 year olds get Roblox Kids accounts and 9-15 year olds Roblox Select accounts. The terms
Price	Free to play. Robux from $2.99 for 240 to $199.99 for 22,500; Roblox Plus $4.99 a month, or $8.99-$21.99 a month with monthly Robux (roblox.com, Oct 2026). Robux are not refundable.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Under-13 accounts get stronger privacy settings with personalized ads turned off, and Roblox says it follows COPPA; contextual ads are still shown. Age checks may use a selfie for facial age estimation, which Roblox says it deletes when the check is done. The privacy policy
AI	AI helps moderate chat and content and runs the face-scan age checks; game makers can use AI tools in Roblox Studio.

Watch for

Chat and friend requests with strangers; age checks are required for chat but not foolproof
Constant pressure to spend Robux, which are non-refundable
User-made games vary widely in quality and content
Multiple state lawsuits over child safety

Our take: Workable for kids whose parent links an account and sets limits; skip for young children if you will not manage chat and spending.

Does Roblox have a family or parent account?: Yes. A parent links their own Roblox account to the child's: the child chooses Add parent in Parental controls and enters the parent's email, and the parent verifies their age with an ID or credit card. A parent can also approve requests on the child's device with a Parent PIN.
Source: about.roblox.com, read 2026-10-29
Who can chat with a young child on Roblox?: Roblox says that for children under 9, chat, if it is turned on, is limited to users under 13 or trusted friends. Voice chat is off by default for under-13s, and parents can turn it on for ages 9 to 12.
Source: about.roblox.com, read 2026-10-29

By Roblox Corporation. Go to Roblox ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Snapchat (Family Center)

Snapchat is free. Ages 13+. It has ads and in-app purchases. Our take: Only for teens 13+ with Family Center linked and location settings checked; skip for…

Ages it suits	13+
What its terms say about age	Not for anyone under 13, or under a higher minimum age where you live. You must confirm you are old enough to make an account, and Snap suspends and deletes accounts and data of users it learns are underage. The terms
Price	Free with ads (Oct 2026); Snapchat+ is an optional paid subscription.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Snap's privacy policy (updated Sept 21, 2026) lists what people share with its AI features, including My AI, as collected data, along with camera, microphone and precise location information depending on settings. Parents in Family Center see contacts, not chat content. The privacy policy
AI	My AI, a chatbot that sits in the chat list, answers questions; recommendation systems choose Stories and Spotlight videos.

Watch for

Disappearing messages leave little to review
Snap Map and location sharing
Many state lawsuits over teen safety
On Australia's under-16 restricted list

Our take: Only for teens 13+ with Family Center linked and location settings checked; skip for younger children.

What is Snapchat's App Store age rating?: 13+. The App Store listing flags infrequent violence, profanity, mature or suggestive themes, alcohol or drug references and sexual content, and says the app contains advertising, messaging and user-generated content.
Source: apps.apple.com, read 2026-10-29
How much does Snapchat+ cost?: The App Store lists Snapchat+ at $4.99 a month. It also sells Snapstreak Restore from $0.49 to $1.49 and extra Memories storage for $1.99.
Source: apps.apple.com, read 2026-10-29

By Snap Inc.. Go to Snapchat ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Threads

Threads is free. Ages 13+. It has ads and in-app purchases. Our take: Low priority for kids; if a teen 13+ wants it, keep the private default and set up…

Ages it suits	13+
What its terms say about age	Threads uses Instagram's rules on who may use the service, so you must be at least 13; you sign in with an Instagram or Facebook account. The terms
Price	Free with ads (Oct 2026).
Account	The child's own account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	Threads is covered by Meta's privacy policy, which uses activity, including interactions with AI features, to personalize content and ads across Meta apps. The privacy policy
AI	Recommendation systems rank the feed; Meta AI and AI characters are Meta-wide features, and teens' access to AI characters is paused.

Watch for

Public posts and replies from strangers
Supervision not yet everywhere
Ads and Meta data sharing
On Australia's under-16 restricted list

Our take: Low priority for kids; if a teen 13+ wants it, keep the private default and set up supervision where available.

What can a parent see and control on a teen's Threads account?: Meta's announcement says a supervising parent sees how much time the teen spent on Threads each day over the past week. The parent can set a daily limit across all devices, block chosen days and hours, and turn on sleep mode, which is on from 10 PM to 7 AM by default. Parents can also limit who tags the teen and approve some privacy and sensitive-content settings.
Source: about.fb.com, read 2026-10-31
How does a parent set up supervision on Threads?: Supervision on Threads runs through Meta's Family Center, set up at familycenter.meta.com/supervision, according to Meta's announcement. The post first described a US rollout in July 2026, then an update on September 15, 2026 said supervision was rolling out globally.
Source: about.fb.com, read 2026-10-31
Can a teen under 16 loosen their own Threads privacy settings?: Not on their own. Meta's announcement says Teen Accounts start with protections such as a private account and limits on what content teens see. A supervising parent decides whether a teen under 16 may change those protections to something less strict.
Source: about.fb.com, read 2026-10-31

By Meta. Go to Threads ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

VRChat

VRChat is free, with paid extras. Free; VRC+ subscription and paid avatars and worlds in the marketplace are optional. Ages 13+ (better for older teens).

Ages it suits	13+ (better for older teens)
What its terms say about age	You must be at least 13. Users 13-17 may use VRChat only with a parent's or guardian's consent after the parent reads the terms, and the parent is responsible for the teen, including money spent. An optional age verification uses a government ID through a third-party partner and may cost a fee that is not refunded if it fails. The terms
Price	Free; VRC+ subscription and paid avatars and worlds in the marketplace are optional (Oct 2026). VRC+ price not shown on the public page.
Account	The child's own account
Ads	None
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	VRChat says the platform is not directed to children under 13 and it does not knowingly collect their data. Age verification shares a government ID with a third-party partner. The privacy policy
AI	No AI features for users described on the maker's pages.

Watch for

Live voice chat with adult strangers is the core of the app
User-made worlds and avatars vary widely in content
No parent dashboard or parent account
Age checks rely on a self-entered birthday unless the user verifies with ID

Our take: Only for older teens with parent oversight; skip for kids under 13, as the terms require.

By VRChat Inc.. Go to VRChat ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

WhatsApp (parent-managed accounts)

WhatsApp is free. Ages 13+ on their own. It has ads and in-app purchases. Our take: A sensible first messaging app once parental controls are available in…

Ages it suits	13+ on their own; under 13 through a parent-managed account where offered
What its terms say about age	You must be at least 13 (or older where your country requires) to register and use WhatsApp on your own. Below that age, a parent or guardian can create a parent-managed account if it is offered in your country; the parent is responsible for the child's use, and the child can manage the account at 13. The terms
Price	Free (Oct 2026).
Account	A parent's account
Ads	Yes
Purchases inside it	Yes
Data	WhatsApp says messages are end-to-end encrypted and not kept on its servers after delivery, and it does not allow third-party banner ads, but people may see other ads in Status and Channels. It shares information with Meta companies, including to improve ads and products across Meta. The privacy policy
AI	Meta AI answers questions, summarizes unread messages and works in chats; WhatsApp says Private Processing keeps Meta from reading the messages it handles.

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Anyone with the number can try to message
Parental controls still rolling out by country
Meta AI built in
Ads in Status and Channels

Our take: A sensible first messaging app once parental controls are available in your country; check the rollout before relying on them.

By Meta. Go to WhatsApp ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. All app prices

Yummly

Yummly is free. It has no ads or in-app purchases. Our take: Skip it; it no longer exists. Families who relied on it need a different recipe app.

Ages it suits	was a general-audience app for adults
What its terms say about age	Service closed in December 2024; its old terms are no longer online. The terms
Price	Free. Shut down in December 2024. Nothing to buy.
Account	No account needed
Ads	None
Purchases inside it	None
Data	Not stated; the service and its privacy policy are offline. yummly.com now redirects to KitchenAid's site. The privacy policy
AI	No longer running.

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Shut down in December 2024
Old app installs and links no longer work
Users lost saved recipes that were not exported

Our take: Skip it; it no longer exists. Families who relied on it need a different recipe app.

By Whirlpool Corporation. Go to Yummly ↗ Checked 2026-10-24. This one has a warning: read the age rule and the catch above before anything else. All app prices

Terms change, and an age rule is the least a maker asks, not a judgment that a product suits a child of that age. Where we and the maker disagree, the maker's own pages are the ones to trust. Nobody paid to be listed, and Peabody never rates itself.

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Social apps and messaging

Games and platforms kids play

Chatbots and assistants

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AI tutors and tutoring

Study and homework tools

Reading apps and reading coaches

Math apps and platforms

Language learning

Early learning (ages 2-6)

Learning games and sites

Art, music and story makers

Writing help

Learn how AI works

Coding

Science, nature and the world

Reading aloud and accessibility

Learning differences

AI robots, toys and kits

Parental controls and family safety

Making games

Video, animation, audio and streaming

Music

Cooking with kids

DIY, making, 3D and electronics

Homework, chores and organizing

School apps, family logistics and safety

Courses and learning platforms

Classroom tools

Assessment and grading

AI detectors and plagiarism checkers

School platforms