16 Apps and Websites Kids Are Heading to After Facebook

GroupMe is another app that doesn't charge fees or have limits for direct and group messages. Users can also send photos, videos, and calendar links.

What parents need to know

• It's for older teens. The embedded GIFs and emojis have some adult themes, like drinking and sexy images.
• Teens are always connected. Without fees or limits, teens can share and text to their heart's content, which may mean they rarely put the phone down.