The algorithms of social media platforms like TikTok can have detrimental effects on children, and there is a need for a serious conversation about their impact on privacy and mental health.

The issue of mental health predates TikTok and the internet, but we take responsibility for investing in understanding and addressing these concerns to keep our platform safe.

The legislation regarding TikTok gives the president the power to potentially remove the platform, which raises concerns about freedom in society versus authoritarianism.

As a parent, I worry about technology's negative impact on children's mental well-being, emphasizing the importance of outdoor activities and sports for their health.

We actively encourage healthy screen time habits by sending reminders to users who spend too much time on TikTok, and we set a default 60-minute time limit for users under 18.

We take the safety of our teenage users very seriously and have made commitments to prioritize their safety, as it is essential for fulfilling our mission to inspire creativity and joy. Dangerous challenges are not allowed on TikTok. We proactively invest resources to identify and remove them from our platform, redirecting users searching for such content to safety resources.

The impact of social media on children can be deeply negative, affecting their self-esteem and mental health due to exposure to harmful content.

I made commitments during the congressional hearing to ensure TikTok remains a platform for freedom of expression, free from government manipulation, and to maintain transparency through third-party monitoring.

The legislation surrounding TikTok is seen as an egregious violation of civil liberties, similar to the Patriot Act, as it allows the government to designate companies as foreign adversaries without recourse.