Minimum age according to Terms of Use: 13+
What is X?
X, formerly known as Twitter, is a platform for sharing short messages, photos, videos, and links, and participating in public discussions. Posts can be commented on, liked, and shared by anyone—including strangers. Accounts can be public or private, but most content on the platform is accessible without restrictions, including topics, images, and videos that are not suitable for younger users.
What parents should watch out for:
Explicit content is allowed and widespread
Unlike other social media platforms, X allows NSFW (not safe for work) content, including pornography, explicit images, and sexual marketing, as long as it doesn’t violate illegal content rules. Children can easily come across such posts—even without seeking them out.
Pornographic content creators use X as a major promotion channel
Many individuals who create pornographic material (e.g., OnlyFans creators) use X to promote their accounts. They post provocative or openly pornographic content, attract followers, and share links for purchasing content. X is currently the only mainstream platform that permits this.
Open profiles and direct contact with strangers
Users can comment on, message, and mention anyone—even if they’re not following each other. Children may be contacted by unknown users, including potentially dangerous individuals.
Addictive content and algorithmic chaos
X doesn’t just show posts from followed profiles—it also displays content the algorithm deems interesting. This includes controversial, provocative, or disturbing topics that may impact a child’s mental health and create pressure, fear, or confusion.
No parental controls
X doesn’t offer age-based content filtering. There are no “child accounts,” parental controls, or warning prompts before viewing explicit material. Everything is immediately accessible to the user.
Advice for parents
If your child uses X, talk regularly about the content they see
You don’t have to control everything, but your child should know they can come to you if they see something upsetting, inappropriate, or confusing.
Set the account to privat
Private accounts give greater control over who can see posts, comment, and send messages. Also, enable filters for offensive words and content.
Talk openly about sexuality, attraction, and online deception
Children and teens will eventually encounter sexualized content—it’s just a matter of when. It’s better that their first information comes from you. Adapt the conversation to your child’s age, maturity, and behavior.
Get familiar with the trends and influencers your child follows
Some profiles may seem harmless at first, but over time lead followers into sexual content, conspiracy theories, or extreme beliefs. Occasional joint browsing can help.
Additional support and reporting
If you’re concerned about your child’s online safety:
- Helpline: 0800 200 880
- Report illegal content: www.netpatrola.rs
- Suspected online abuse: Contact the police immediately
- Remove explicit photos: www.ncii.csi.org.rs
- More resources: www.cnzd.rs
- Free psychological and legal support: kontakt@cnzd.rs
