eSAFETY GUIDE
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YouNow

13+
Minimum age according to YouNow
13+ Minimum age according to YouNow

What is YouNow?

YouNow is a live streaming platform that lets you broadcast video from your desktop or mobile device as well as view the broadcasts of other members. You can view these broadcasts live, and comment and chat in real-time, or afterwards if a clip of your broadcast has been captured. Broadcasts can also be shared on other social media services, and viewed on a PC without logging in. Participating in the platform is incentivised by the giving and receiving of virtual gifts that are purchased in-app. Members of the YouNow community with a large following may have a subscribe button. For a monthly fee you can gain additional features to interact with these members.

Website: younow.com

Apps: Android app, Apple iOS app

How do people use YouNow?

Learn more about the benefits and risks associated with how people use streaming services like YouNow.

YouNow is used for: in-app purchasing, live streaming, location sharing, messaging/online chat, online relationships, photo/video sharing and screen capture.

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

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How can you protect your personal information?

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Key safety links

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