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Messenger Kids

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Messenger Kids file details:

App Developer Meta Platforms, Inc.
App Updated February 24, 2024
APK Version 264.0.0.27.215
Category Communication
Android Version Required Android 7.0 and up
APK File Size 47.00 MBs
File Name com.facebook.talk_264-0-0-27-215.apk

Messenger Kids

Messenger Kids is an official variant of Facebook messenger which is specifically designed for Kids and minors. The app offers a variety of parental controls so that parents can keep an eye on the activities of their children while they can have fun with the app.

The app has been controversial since its launch, as many critics argue that what is the need of having a social media app for kids. The children advocates argue that kids are not supposed to use social media at all.

Well, I agree that kids should not use social media apps, as it can have devastating effects on them. They can come across some inappropriate content on social media or can get into a conversation with someone who is suspicious.

With the growing incidents of child molestations, the use of social media for kids have become even more dangerous as some molesters can reach them easily.

But, another opinion is that there is no harm if kids use social media apps with strict parental controls. As it is the age of smartphones, kids are often used to playing games on their parent’s or their own phones. Your kid might want to discuss the games he plays with his friends. Or they might want to take some pictures with fancy filters and share it to their school friends or family members.

This opinion has my side more, as compared to the first one. I have kids in my home and I can relate to this. The kids should be allowed to have some fun time and to interact with their trusted friends and close family members through social media.

Kids messenger by Facebook is a great attempt in this regard as it offers strict parental controls so that any suspicious or harmful activity can be measured.

Features of Messenger Kids

Setup with a Guardian Account:

The first screen that comes up when you open this app, is asking for a parent or guardian account. The guardian account will be connected to the app and the child’s profile.

By connecting a guardian account, you can choose the appropriate settings for your child’s account.

Keep Check on Everything:

Every chat is stored in the database and it cannot be deleted by the child. You can view all the conversations or groups that the kid is having. Moreover,

  • Parent approves all the child contacts
  • Parent is notified in case of any change or any content being reported.
  • Parent can remove a contact at anytime
  • Child cannot restore deleted contacts

Filters, GIFs & Stickers:

Your child can use the filters, GIFs & stickers which are optimized and filtered for kids. The content does not contain any adult material so you can be assured that your child can safely use the stickers and GIFs.

Drawing Tools:

Mostly kids love to draw and color. The kids can have a fun time using this app as it offers drawing tools to help kids enhance their creativity.

Restrict Usage:

You can restrict the usage timings for your kids. If it is bedtime, you can restrict the use of the app in that particular time range.

Video Calls:

As with regular Facebook app, video calling is supported in the kids messenger too. The kids can call their friends or close relatives with cute filters. Mini games are also supported as it is in the regular messenger app.

Should You Utilize This App:

Yes, in my opinion, the app should be used if your kid uses your messenger app to communicate with his close friends or family members. The regular app can have many risks for the kids, such as sending messages to an unknown person or getting across some wrong content.

I have a niece who is 4 years old, she often used to call her grandma and other relatives using my messenger app. She really enjoys using the filters and mini games while video chatting with them. I have installed kids messenger for her since the past few weeks and my experience is really satisfactory.

So, this app can be used and setup by you for your kids. In this way, you can educate your child on how to interact with people on social media and how to use social media in a proper way and useful way.

In this age of social media, we cannot stop our kids from using these technologies. But we can let them use these by having a check and control on them.

Messenger Kids APK 264.0.0.27.215:

Messenger Kids APK v264.0.0.27.215File Size: 47.00 MBs

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