Tumblr is a very popular blog-based social network with integrated private messaging. This app has historically had a large problem with pornography. A simple search can lead your child to graphic adult content and profiles of users willing to exchange pornagraphic material. The ability of users to create new accounts and send messages privately creates increased risks of meeting strangers, bullying and sexting. No minor should use this app.

It may be difficult for your child to understand why they are not allowed to have Tumblr because it is so popular. Ask your child what they enjoy about this app. You may find there are safer apps with the same uses. Use our Parent's Guides section for tips on how to talk to your child about the risks involved with using Tumblr.

Tumblr: home to your new favorite artist. Come for the effervescent digital paintings in every flavor of fandom. Stay for the breathtaking original offerings of those same artists. And, in between all the art: Old internet energy. All the fandoms you could wish for. Enough memes to knock out a moderately-sized mammal. Add to it or simply scroll ...

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See our parent’s guides to apps with:

• Bullying Risk
• Sexting Risk
• Adult Content (Photo or Video)
• Ways Minors Can Meet Strangers
• Cartoon or Fantasy Violence
• Realistic Violence
• Profanity or Crude Humor
• Mature/Suggestive Themes
• Horror/Fear Themes
• Medical/Treatment Information
• Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or References
• Sexual Content or Nudity