IMVU

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Common Sense says

age 15+

Sophisticated chat world has sexual content.

http://www.imvu.com
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Parents say

age 16+

Based on 217 reviews

Kids say

age 14+

Based on 300 reviews

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What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that IMVU (Instant Messaging Virtual Universe) is a 3-D chat world site and app that has some adult content. The most explicit content (such as nudity) is restricted to users 18+ who buy an Access Pass, but kids might find sexual talk or behavior in public areas if they're looking for it. There's no restriction on language. Under the CCPA law you have the right to protect your personal information. Make a Do Not Sell request to IMVU.

Community Reviews

PrincessSimone1207
PrincessSimone1207 Adult
August 9, 2022
age 15+

This title has:

Educational value
Great messages
LavendarFrostFae
LavendarFrostFae Adult
July 30, 2022
age 18+

Stop being moronic

This is definitely not meant for kids or anyone under at least 18. If you're a parent,it's called common sense,know what your kids are on. I myself have an account and the things said are uncensored and very adult. Want a kid friendly game? Try avakin life,not imvu!! Maybe google how IMVU first started,this was never meant for kids or teens,no matter what rating it's given!! Wake up a stop throwing technology at your children too make up for a lack of parenting skills and knowledge.

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What’s It About?

IMVU combines a downloadable chat program and an online social networking site that includes user profiles, messaging, groups, and other common social features. Chat rooms are rendered in 3-D, and users create avatars that can chat and perform different actions. A basic membership is free and comes with a limited number of credits, which can be used to buy avatar-related items. For about $10 a month, users can upgrade to VIP status, which gives them access to a wider variety of features, enabling them to create and host chat rooms, sell virtual goods, and more.

Is It Any Good?

IMVU gives users lots of options when it comes to avatars, rooms, and groups, but its most complex, unique features are limited to those who pay for VIP membership. Only VIPs can create content like rooms and virtual goods to sell. IMVU uses a strong verification process to keep users under 18 from getting the adult Access Pass, but there seem to be cracks in the system that allow adult content to filter out into public areas, making the site iffy for users under 18.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about Internet safety and establish rules for using the site safely and responsibly. What are the potential pitfalls of sharing personal information online? What kind of information is off-limits?

  • Why are some virtual worlds better for kids than others?

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