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Guide to apps

Our guide to apps aims to provide key information about some of the most popular apps, social networking sites and other platforms which are commonly being used by children and young people (and adults) today.

Guide to apps

Our guide to apps aims to provide key information about some of the most popular apps, social networking sites and other platforms which are commonly being used by children and young people (and adults) today.

Guide to apps

Our guide to apps aims to provide key information about some of the most popular apps, social networking sites and other platforms which are commonly being used by children and young people (and adults) today.

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  • commerce

Booking.com is one of the world's largest travel marketplaces and leading online travel platforms, provides lodging reservation services for properties including hotels, resorts, homes and apartments.

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  • vlop vlose very large online platform (VLOP)
  • commerce

The Apple App Store is a digital distribution platform where individuals can buy and download digital software and applications.

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  • vlop vlose very large online platform (VLOP)
  • commerce

Amazon is an American multinational technology company, engaged in e-commerce, cloud computing, online advertising, digital streaming (Prime Video), and artificial intelligence. It is considered one of the Big Five American technology companies.

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  • vlop vlose very large online platform (VLOP)
  • commerce

AliExpress is an online retail service based in China. It is one of the most visited e-commerce websites. 

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  • vlop vlose very large online platform (VLOP)
  • commerce

Temu is an online marketplace. It offers discounted consumer goods which are mostly shipped to consumers directly from China.

  • +18
  • vlop vlose very large online platform (VLOP)
  • social networking
Created in 2016, Mastodon is a decentralised social media platform that allows users to join different instances or servers. Each server has its rule and moderation policy to give users more control over their experience.
  • +16
  • utilities
Zoom is a communications platform that allows users to connect with video, audio, and chat.
  • +16
  • social networking
Yubo is an app for young people where they can meet new people and chat with friends.
  • +13
  • wellbeing, including self-help
Zipit was an app that aims to help teenagers deal with difficult sexting and flirting situations.
  • +13
  • photo, video and livestreaming
YouTube Kids is a YouTube app specifically designed for younger kids.
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