How to Spot Teens Sending Nudes on Snapchat

Snapchat is a widely used sexting app among teens because it gives them the reassuring illusion that images they send will automatically vanish after one viewing. But, the security provided by Snapchat cannot be trusted as anyone could take screenshots or use third-party software to save the photos or messages sent through Snapchat.

Sexting has many social and legal repercussions for teens involved, some of which may be life-altering. Parents need to educate their children on the dangers associated with sending nudes or other content through sexting apps such as Snapchat or Viber; here are some signs your teen may be engaging in this activity:

Your child has seen their grades decline. This could be a telltale sign that they’re spending too much time on Snapchat and not enough on schoolwork, while becoming more secretive with regard to sharing what’s on Snapchat with you or hiding their screen from you, it could indicate they’re engaging in some type of sexting activity, and may become reluctant when discussing their relationship with you.

They’re following NSFW Snapchat creators. The best NSFW accounts post multiple times each week with tantalizing, sexualized snaps and videos that keep their followers coming back for more. In addition, these creators frequently interact with followers through direct messages and reply to inquiries; turning a casual follow into more meaningful interactions.

Talk with your teen about the social and legal repercussions of sexting and how it could negatively affect their relationships. Provide alternatives for building intimacy within their relationship such as shared experiences or fun dates; additionally, use an MMGuardian parental control app so you’re alerted if they send anything compromising, like nudes or inappropriate content.