YikYak is an anonymous social media app that allows individuals to make posts to anyone within a five-mile radius.
Social Networking
In-depth breakdown
Minimum Age Requirement
17+
Messaging Capabillities
None.
Location Sharing
YikYak is a location-based app.
Parental Controls
None. Apple and Android parental controls can be used at the device level.
Insights
YikYak’s location sharing creates a five-mile radius so anyone posting can assume an approximate location. Since it is completely anonymous, cyberbullying has been noted as a common occurrence.
