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Published 12.11.2019 02:00

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Hoop.

A lot or a little?

Parents need to know that Hoop. is an app that connects with Snapchat to allow users to "make new connections" -- in other words, meet strangers. Teens link their Snap profiles and enter personal details (age and gender) and choose a few pictures to feature. Then they review images of other users, choosing to "X" those they are not interested in or requesting Snap info for those they are. On the flip side, others are reviewing their profile and sending requests to add them on Snap as well. Just as with Snapchat streaks, users earn points and gems for activity, like giving out their Snap and logging in daily or from viewing videos or taking surveys. The profiles shown are a mix of genders and close in age to that entered when creating the profile, but there's no birthdate verification. There's not specific privacy policy, though it seems to be rolled into the terms of service. Read the developer's policy for details on how your (or your kids') information is collected, used, and shared and any choices you may have in the matter, and note that privacy policies and terms of service frequently change.