Online shopping or marketplace apps like Temu offer users a range of products at low prices.
In this guide, explore some of the more common online shopping to help manage young people’s financial safety and digital wellbeing.
Online shopping apps work in a similar way to offline markets. Instead of one company selling items that belong to their brand, marketplace apps display items from a range of sellers. Find out about the most popular online shopping apps that children use and what to watch out for to avoid scams.
Help keep children safe online by learning about the actions you can take to tackle scams with our interactive guide.
Quick tip: When using online shopping apps, teach children to always check with you before making a purchase, and help them understand the importance of secure payment methods and personal information protection. Encourage them to be mindful of spending limits and to avoid sharing any private details with strangers.