eSAFETY GUIDE

Gettr

18+
Minimum age to use all services according to Gettr
18+ Minimum age to use all services according to Gettr

What is Gettr?

Gettr is a social media and microblogging service available globally through a website and dedicated apps. Gettr lets you publish messages of up to 777 characters and up to six photos per post. You can also communicate with other Gettr users through end-to-end encrypted messaging, voice and video calls.

Gettr is promoted as a social media alternative to ‘escape cancel culture’ and its corporate communications state that it allows for freedom of speech. The app has multiple features, such as a breaking news section and Gtok, an image and video sharing feature. You can also access live streaming content. Gettr is one of several social media services which has been associated with extreme political content and views. As with any other social media service, it is important to be wary of misinformation and disinformation when using Gettr.

Website: gettr.com

Apps: Android app, Apple iOS app

How do people use Gettr?

Learn more about the benefits and risks associated with how people use social media platforms and microblogging sites like Gettr.

Gettr is used for: content sharing, encrypted, live streaming, location sharing, messaging/online chat, photo/video sharing, screen capture, video calling and voice chat.

How can you report online abuse, block or mute someone?

Gettr features in-app reporting tools to report posts to its moderation team. However, its terms of use and community guidelines are very broad.

These links are provided by Gettr:

How can you protect your personal information?

This link is provided by Gettr:

  • Privacy policy
    Information on the personal data that Gettr collects and how they use your data.

Key safety links

These links are provided by Gettr:

  • Terms of use
    The rules that govern the use of Gettr, including your rights and obligations. These include how user-generated content is managed.
  • Using Gettr
    Frequently asked questions and other support topics on using Gettr.
  • Community guidelines
    Information on the types of content that are permitted on Gettr.
  • Live policy
    The rules around live streaming on Gettr.
  • Law enforcement guidelines
    The processes that Gettr follows when law enforcement agencies, in the US or overseas, request user information or access to content published on the service. 

Last updated: 04/11/2024

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 parents, as well as information about parental controls in social media, games and apps and mental wellbeing resources for families.