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Stars is a Safe by Design  messaging service for kids. But what does Safe by Design  actually mean? It means safety isn’t an add-on, a toggle, or something parents have to constantly manage. Safety is the starting point . It is the first question we asked when building Stars — and the question we continue to ask for every feature we ship. It’s the foundation of everything we build. Most importantly, it means staying safe on Stars should just work , without adding extra burden

The age that our kids want to start messaging each other online is becoming younger and younger. Whether it's talking to friends from school, or video calling grandparents, the moment a child goes online, parents face a big question: How do I make sure my child stays safe? Not all messaging apps are built with safety in mind, they are typically designed growth and engagement. Using them means exposure to adult strangers, ads, and unfiltered content. Research and law enforcem