 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. |
 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
Meez
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Social networking world isn't so squeaky clean.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that although teens use Meez.com, most of the avatars' look- and identity-based accessories (such as the "shotgun wedding dress") have mature themes. Because photos posted in user profiles appear immediately, rather than going through any filtering, registered users could stumble across suggestive photos. Users can build a profile page listing their age, full name, personal URLs, and links to their instant messaging account. In addition, some of the avatar backgrounds are sponsored by big corporations that flaunt their brands. On the positive side, the site does offer a self-expression plus: Teens can be really creative when designing their online world.
Is it any good?
Registered users can choose from dozens of hairstyles and outfits to create intricate, downloadable MEEZ.COM avatars that move and groove their way through the site's dance club, poolside party spots, and other virtual rooms. Users also can also choose from a wide variety of backgrounds for their avatar. Most things are free, but some cost "coinz," bought via PayPal or a credit card for 10 cents each.
However, some of the site's background options include gambling and party themes that are too grown-up for young teens, and fashions tend to be tighter than what you'd want your "real" daughter to leave the house wearing. The site does get points for diverse facial/fashion selections, but panders to uncomfortable stereotypes with makeup like the "thug" girl look. The personal pages are also a point of concern -- users have the ability to post pretty suggestive photos and direct, inappropriate language. Meez can be a cool, creative outlet -- but only if its users are old enough to live the lifestyle they're designing.
Online interaction: To access the various virtual rooms on the site, users need to create an avatar. The Meez community includes a lot of user interaction -- you can enter friends' email addresses to invite them to join the site, post on more than a dozen bulletin boards, and chat live in the site's various rooms. Users can also add links on their profile to photos and videos. A language filter removes swear words in site message board posts; however, when it comes to profile posts, anything goes.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about Internet safety with social networking sites. What information should you include in your profile? What information is it best not to include?
What should you do if you feel like someone is bullying you or if someone wants to meet you in person?
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Perfect for ages 15+
I Checked out meez WHILE my child was active on it and theres absolutely NOTHING wrong with the site its how you let YOUR child use it. for instance, if you use profanity your account will be bannedd.! if you use any sexual behavior your account will be BANNED. the do not even use alcoholic beverages on this website so whoever thought it was smart to say they did..is wrong.. now the outfits they wear are OKAY. your child doesnt wear this stuff in real life do they.? No, because they cant.so i see nothing wrong with it. and they people who run meez are very strict about these things. i think meez is the MOST approriate site for children 15+ beacause all the rest of that myspace and facebook is worse so..let them have their fun on meez. it age appropriate~!
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Perfect for kids over eight
I love my kids playing this site.My 9 year old loves it she thinks its fun with out vip.Plus you parents like me are complaning about the media boxes well guess what THEY DISABLED THE BOXES HAHA.
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kaykay789456123
First of all, The Boobies! Shirt, supports breast cancer. So its not Yuck! at all. Anyways People under the age of 13 arn't even supposed to be on meez. Theres fakes, creepers and mostly everything there is. But you find that everywhere on the internet. You have to be careful. Dont ever trust anyone on this site. I think the age limit is 15-19. You do get banned for stupid things, but you shouldnt be saying/or doing any of that stuff anyways. I personally think its stupid to buy virtual things, but mostly every website does that. Its not a "scam" when they automatically charge your credit card every month because it does they will do it, until it was canceled. Ive met good friends on this site, but yes it has lots of drama, you'll just have to learn to ignore it. Theres also lots of educational games, and if you dont want to spend real money, play games. and get coinz, but when it comes to chatting and it being educational, its a fail. Unless you're talking to a professor or something.... The clothes are inappropriate, The have now the "push up bra", they have stripper clothes, The censored items, Its kinda like Sims. Hence Kinda. When it comes to the clothes.
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NOBODY SHOULD USE THIS SITE!
It WILL give you viruses whether you know it or not! It tried to hack into my grandmas computer but her virus protection caught it in time.....other people arent so lucky! DONT USE THIS SITE!!! Go to *stardoll* it is safe fun and free!
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Well, i go on meez myself and it is a pretty decent website but what you have to do to survive is dress properly
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ONLY 16+!!!!!!! We DON'T WANT KIDS!
I get on this site EVERY day. I personally think there's WAY to many kids on it. The Age is set as 13+. I don't think it should be set as that. Yes, you may think you're old enough to be on it, but you're not. Even at 13, I didn't get on it. I waited till I was 15 cause I knew about all the language and stuff from my sister's account. Some messages aren't positive at all. At 13 kids aren't always mature. "Noobs" tend to cause drama all the time, and most of the time, they're under the age limit. Eveytime I'm in MY personal room, a noob will come in and start random things If they don't like the kinda of music they have to listen to while their in there or what they cannot play. Just, the age thing needs to be changed, and BRING MEDIA BOXES BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Well, I've been on meez for 2 years. And Out of both of those years I've been through more then 5 meezes. Why? Because I've either got hacked or banned for life. Meez is a total scam, and its only there so that people can spend there money on a virtual website, and get banned or hacked. The Thing about this site that is fun howevever, is that you get to meet people through the virtual site, and make online friends. But there are some bad things about this site. First of all, they have TOO MANY glitches. They have browser exploit, I've seen some people complain about viruses. Money Scam, and it is not very appropriate. I've seen people ask to have sex through the internet. I also agree with some of the comments menttioned about "commiting suicide", over the internet. This is a site that I would recommend for more older kids. 13 and Down don't even risk. But 13 to 14 just isnt the right age. This is a very risky site, and they have many people on the internet trying to figure out where you live. this site isn't really a great site. I've spent tons of money, and all they do is ban you after you spend your money. I've seen tons of people get banned for some stupid reason, and they didn't do anything. Website contains ; viruses, glitches, spyware, adware, scams, browser exploit and many more.
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Kid, 11 years old
June 5, 2010
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cool
love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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well im a user of meez* and ive used it since i was 12 so i say i kinda agree with you since a lot of people say sexual stuff and vulgar language thta pre-teens shouldn't know yet, but you can report the person and they'll be banned so its not so bad unless your the one saying them which then will be very bad for you.
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