Can Wattpad be inappropriate?

Bottom line – is Wattpad safe for kids? We do not recommend Wattpad for users under 17. Honestly, you do not even have to look to find inappropriate content. Some parents have a joint account with their child, but they will still be exposed to explicit book descriptions and cover art.

Should a 12 year old have Wattpad?

What is Wattpad’s minimum age limit? Wattpad has been given a minimum age limit of 13, but the age limit is 17+ if downloading this via the Apple App Store and given a ‘Parental guidance’ notice via the Google Play store.

Why Wattpad stories are so bad?

Wattpad’s biggest problem is that it lacks moderation. The content guidelines state that Wattpad will take down stories including explicit sex, self-harm or graphic violence that aren’t marked as mature, but just a cursory look through the “hot romance” list reveals many stories that violate these guidelines.

Is fanfiction on Wattpad illegal?

Copyright And Fanfiction Fanfiction in its originality can be said to be a violation of copyright laws. Fanfiction makes use of settings and characters curled out from an original work of fiction work. It creates an unoriginal work. All these it does is classified as illegal according to copyright law.

Does Wattpad steal your information?

Wattpad Corp. has provided more details about a breach of user data provided to its online storytelling platform. The Toronto-based company has sent out a note to users that says hackers may have had access to email addresses, birth dates, the gender of members and encrypted passwords.

How do you make a disclaimer on Wattpad?

This is a work of fiction. Unless otherwise indicated, all the names, characters, businesses, places, events and incidents in this book are either the product of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

Can you put parental controls on Wattpad?

Safety features. There are no parental controls available on Wattpad. There is a ‘Mature’ filter on the app that can be switched on stop adult content appearing in your recommendations.

How do I stop being addicted to Wattpad?

Limit the time you spend on Wattpad. Say if you constantly use it whenever you’re online (it’s even more difficult to limit yourself when you have the app), train yourself to only use it for an hour. Time yourself so you keep on track. An easier way would be to read maybe only 5 chapters of one story a day.

Should I put my story on Wattpad?

Whether you’re a writer who’s just starting out or a seasoned veteran, publishing a story on Wattpad will bring your work to a new, receptive audience. Being able to promote your work directly to potential readers can be an invaluable tool for any author. And Young Adult is also a very popular genre on Wattpad.

What does SI mean in fanfiction?

Also referred to as author character, SI stands for self-insert or self-insertion. It refers to an author writing him or herself into their story. The resulting “character” is usually referred to as a self-insert or SI in the fan fiction community.

How do I protect myself on Wattpad?

Protecting Your Personal Information

1. You can use the mute function on any Wattpadder who requests personal information to prevent them from contacting you.
2. Never give out your account password.
3. If anyone releases your personal information without your consent, contact them to have it removed.

Can other people see what you are reading on Wattpad?

Your reading lists are all public. They cannot be made private. They can appear as recommendations and are displayed on your profile.