Whisper - Share, Express, Meet

App review by Chris Morris, Common Sense Media
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Common Sense says

age 18+

Private, often iffy, thoughts go public on anonymous app.

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Based on 3 reviews

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A Lot or a Little?

The parents' guide to what's in this app.

What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know Whisper is a social "confessional" app that allows users to post whatever's on their mind, which is then paired with an image. All too often, those whispers are sexual -- and sometimes so are users trying to meet with other users for sex. There's copious strong language and sexual images (though no actual sex is shown). The app also encourages private communications in which users can exchange images and personal information. The iOS app requires users to confirm they're at least 17 years old before they download the app. It is absolutely not an app for children.

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Chris Hansen
Chris Hansen Adult
January 7, 2019
age 18+

its the best time killer their is

its the best time killer their is

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Easy to play/use
PBVA
PBVA Adult
April 28, 2018
age 18+

Not for kids or teens!

This app claims to be "The Safest Place on the Internet" and that you have "Complete absence of identity." It enables users to publish short messages superimposed over photographs or other images. Users are encouraged to disclose intimate details about their private and personal lives. Whisper claims that it does not store personally identifiable information. Even if you disable the geolocation, they can still determine your city, state and country. One of the options is to add your school, find a group or create a group. There is also a "Nearby" section where you can see posts from people who are close. Keep you child/teen safe and don't let them use this app. Children and Teens are not mature enough to use it. There are so many breaches these days, I don't think anything is really anonymous. This app has no socially redeeming value.
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What’s It About?

Users post whatever's on their minds by typing it into a blank field. Then the app suggests what it feels is an appropriate image to accompany the thought. The confessor can opt to go with that image or upload one of his or her own. These "whispers" can be browsed by topic, by nearby location, by popularity, and by time posted.

Is It Any Good?

Although WHISPER is a phenomenally popular app, it's not one for kids. Themes of sexual desire and self-loathing flow uninterrupted. Some users use it to try to hook up with someone nearby, while others post "confessions," though many of these appear to be simply an attempt to become one of the entries in the "popular" field. The images are eye-catching, in part because they rely heavily on lingerie-clad models and shirtless men. And the language is raw.

Adults using the app may find the occasional thought-provoking topic, whereby someone posts a serious whisper that prompts helpful responses, such as how to deal with tricky social situations. It's easy to see how Whisper can be an addicting app, but it's best for adults only.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about "anonymous" apps and how anonymity may affect users' behavior.

  • Many whispers seem to be an attempt to get replies and likes (called "hearts"). Talk about how to evaluate whether a user might be stretching the truth to get a response.

  • The images in Whisper could lead to some uncomfortable discussions about the sexualization of everyday topics.

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