Paedo Proof
Yesterday a new type of social media site was launched that aims to make hanging with your friends online safer. The site is My Secret Circle and it is aimed at 9 – 12 year old girls.
Unlike social networks for grown ups you cannot befriend others online. You buy the program, which comes in the form of a flash drive, and each person has their own secret “code” for the My Secret Circle. After generating your code (a code box prompts you to do this), you print the code out on a small piece of paper and place it in a tiny capsule called a “charm”. Then, you exchange the charm with another My Secret Circle user in person.
Hand to hand viral.
I’m sure mums will love it but I have my reservations. This age group constantly strives to be grown up so joining Facebook is surely going to be much more appealing. Just in case however I am buying some shares.
A toast to keeping children safe from harm.
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