eSAFETY GUIDE
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13+
Minimum age according to Tumblr
13+ Minimum age according to Tumblr

What is Tumblr?

Tumblr is a microblogging service that allows users to post their artwork, writing, photos, audio and video, follow and comment on other posts and reblog posts. Messaging and chat is available and unless specified, all posts are public. The service includes advertising.

Website: tumblr.comExternal link[https://www.tumblr.com/]

Apps: Android appExternal link[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tumblr&hl=en_AU], Apple iOS appExternal link[https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/tumblr/id305343404?mt=8]

How do people use Tumblr?

Learn more about the benefits and risks associated with how people use blogging services like Tumblr.

Tumblr is used for: content sharing[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/content-sharing], messaging/online chat[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/messaging-online-chat], online relationships[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/online-relationships], photo/video sharing[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/photo-video-sharing] and screen capture[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-topics/online-tools-and-features/screen-capture].

How can you report online abuse, ask for content to be removed or block someone?

These links are provided by Tumblr:

How can you protect your personal information?

These links are provided by Tumblr:

These links are provided by Tumblr:

  • Help CentreExternal link[https://tumblr.zendesk.com/hc/en-us]
    Offers a range of general help, safety and security information
  • Tumblr supportExternal link[https://www.tumblr.com/support]
    How to report an issue to Tumblr.
  • FAQExternal link[https://tumblr.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001572547-Frequently-asked-questions]
    A list of frequently asked questions and a searchable database.
  • Community and content policiesExternal link[https://tumblr.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/sections/206832227-Community-and-content-policies]
    Community guidelines, privacy policy, terms of service, trademark and law enforcement guidelines.

Last updated: 04/06/2024

The eSafety Guide helps you find out how to protect your personal information and report harmful content on common social media, games, apps and sites. Entries are for information only and are not reviews or endorsements by eSafety. Before choosing to use any online service or platform it’s best to:

  • do your own research to understand the risks and benefits
  • check the age rating and requirements
  • consider privacy
  • check the permissions and other settings
  • check the in-app reporting options.

If you are a parent or carer who is deciding whether a child should be allowed to use an online service or platform, you can also:

  • consider your child's readiness for the types of content and experiences they might encounter
  • help them understand what to do if they need help
  • provide ongoing support and monitoring, for example through regular check-ins with your child
  • agree to some rules about use of each service or platform.

To find out more, you can read the App checklist for parentsExternal link, as well as information about parental controls in social media, games and appsExternal link and mental wellbeing resources for familiesExternal link.