How Safe is the Phhhoto app?
Become a member or log in to learn more on this topic
Superintendents, Directors and Principals: Request a partnership on this page to unlock our resources for your whole community.
What is the Phhhoto app?
The Phhhoto app encourages users to share photos/videos with strangers and friends
- Phhhoto is a camera app that shoots moving pictures that continually loop to make short movies
- Users can like, comment, share, and follow other users on the Phhhoto app
- This app is also a photo-sharing community where users can see the best-animated photos picked by other users
- Users can buy or add special filters to their moving pictures. Special filters are only available for about 24 hours
- The Phhhoto app encourages users to share photos/videos with strangers and friends, either in public or private using a Phhhoto “party” which is a chatroom-like feature
Why should parents care?
There is no option to make an account private on the Phhhoto app.
- Students without smartphones or email addresses can get access to the app. Users can use a landline or any number to verify their account if they are on a tablet or wifi-only device
- There is no option to make an account private, users can only block specific users from seeing their Phhhoto posts
- If your student joined a “party” and that party has expired, they do not have the ability to delete a photo unless they are the party host
- Users can screenshot an image that has been posted in a “private party” and can share that on other social networks
Login or join the VIP membership today to view all resources about the Phhhoto app!
Become a member or log in to learn more on this topic
Superintendents, Directors and Principals: Request a partnership on this page to unlock our resources for your whole community.
This is great info, thanks for giving me some ideas on how to start a dialogue with my teen!
Sharon M.
Parent VIP Member
Josh's presentation about social media was unbelievably fantastic. Our students learned so much about what kids should and shouldn't be doing. The fact that it is such a thoughtful process made it all worthwhile.
Director of College Advising
Educator Webinar Attendee
This webinar is a very helpful eye-opener on the apps that are popular with my students.
Irene C.
Educator Webinar Attendee
This app is listed in the SmartSocial.com Green Zone.
This app is not safe for students to use unsupervised, but a Green Zone app can serve a positive purpose to help a student to navigate social media and someday build an online brand. Read more below to find out why this app is in the Green Zone.
This app is listed in the SmartSocial.com Gray Zone.
Gray Zone apps often contain lots of private & disappearing messages, and strangers can use this to chat with students. Parents should participate in these apps with students to keep them safe. This zone can be a great place for family time since many of these apps can be entertaining, and let your students express themselves. Read more below to find out why this app is in the Gray Zone.
This app is listed in the SmartSocial.com Red Zone.
Red Zone apps often have lots of anonymous features, adult content, and easy contact with strangers. Supervision is strongly suggested on each of these apps or move your kids to a safer zone. All apps require parental supervision, these apps more than others. Read more below to find out why this app is in the Red Zone or view our list of 100+ Apps to find a safer app with your student.
Join our weekly newsletter to learn about the 100+ app reviews at SmartSocial.com
This trend is categorized as a Dangerous Social Media Challenge.
Viral challenges encourage students to do dangerous things to garner likes, views, attention, and subscribers. These challenges can be found across several social networks and may encourage students to perform dangerous activities. SmartSocial.com keeps parents updated on these social media challenges before an incident may occur in your community.
For a limited time, this guide is available for everyone.
Districts: Click here to set up a call with us to discuss how to make this available for your community all year long.
Parents: Consider becoming a member to get access to all of our guides all year long.
Table of Contents
NOTE: The Phhhoto app is no longer available in the iOS App Store or on Google Play. The makers of Phhhoto have created a new app called HYPNO that's now available in the iOS App Store.
The Phhhoto app encourages users to share photos/videos with strangers and friends
- Phhhoto is a camera app that shoots moving pictures that continually loop to make short movies
- Users can like, comment, share, and follow other users on the Phhhoto app
- This app is also a photo-sharing community where users can see the best-animated photos picked by other users
- Users can buy or add special filters to their moving pictures. Special filters are only available for about 24 hours
- The Phhhoto app encourages users to share photos/videos with strangers and friends, either in public or private using a Phhhoto “party” which is a chatroom-like feature
Parent & educator training video
Teen photo sharing statistics
- Teens readily post personal information online. 64% post photos or videos of themselves
- 48% of teens say it is common for inappropriate or explicit photos to get shared with people other than the intended recipient
Sources: Online Safety Site & Statistic Brain
Phhhoto app in the news
[Phhhoto] has high risks for bullying, sexting, adult content, and meeting strangers. Safer Kid
Your child might not be doing anything wrong [on Phhhoto], but the people they follow could be–and that’s where it’s almost impossible to track and monitor. iParent
Why should parents care?
There is no option to make an account private on the Phhhoto app.
- Students without smartphones or email addresses can get access to the app. Users can use a landline or any number to verify their account if they are on a tablet or wifi-only device
- There is no option to make an account private, users can only block specific users from seeing their Phhhoto posts
- If your student joined a “party” and that party has expired, they do not have the ability to delete a photo unless they are the party host
- Users can screenshot an image that has been posted in a “private party” and can share that on other social networks
What can parents do?
Encourage your student to delete the Phhhoto app and use social networks that can positively impact their Google results.
- Teach your student to never engage in a conversation with a stranger online or on social media--and to never share personal information or pictures with them
- Remind your teen to only post photos that they would be proud to show to college admissions and employers
- Encourage your student to delete the Phhhoto app and use the social media networks in our Green Zone that can positively impact their Google results
- Read our Instagram Parent App Guide to learn how students can share photos on Instagram (when you’re ready for them to be online) to create a portfolio of positive accomplishments
Logged in and still not seeing content? This course may not be part of your membership plan. Click here to join.
Share Your Thoughts With Our Team
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
.jpg)