Parents' Guide to

The Jump App

App iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android Free Social Networking
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Common Sense Media Review

Ana Beltran By Ana Beltran , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 15+

Customizable social media offers control over friends, feed.

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Why Age 15+?

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age 15+

Based on 2 parent reviews

scathapennicat
scathapennicat Adult
August 2, 2021
age 18+

Horrible

This app is confusing and not user friendly. Stick with facebook
Susan4love
Susan4love Adult
January 2, 2021
age 12+

Great new app!

I love this app. There is no other app like this and I just love how I can make jumps about my favorite hobbies like cooking, reading, and DIYs! It’s easy to use and I’m so glad my kids can have a social media app that is not inappropriate and a waste of time. I recommend The Jump!
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  • Data are collected by third-parties for their own purposes.
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  • Unclear whether this product creates and uses data profiles for personalised advertisements.
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What’s It About?

THE JUMP APP offers a customizable approach to social networking. Once you create an account, you'll be prompted to create a profile and add a picture. The tab bar has five categories: the customizable home feed, a Jumps library, original content produced by organizations, brands, and creators, notifications, and user profile. Users can share text, photos, live streams, stories, or post events on their feed for friends to see. Options under "filter feed" allow users to select the friends and Jumps that appear on their feed. Under settings, users can further filter their feed with keyword blocking. Like other social media apps, users can like and comment on posts. Jumps are virtual communities where groups can come together around a particular interest or for a particular purpose. The app invites users to a collection of public Jumps, such as the Plant Based Recipes Jump, where people share and/or learn about vegan or veggie-based cooking. Each Jump has its own feed and a tab for photos, resources, and events. Users can also create their own Jumps and determine whether they are public or private. Here, they'll be able to chat, share information, photos, events, files, and use other integrated resources to communicate with friends in their group. Users have the option to use The Jump App to group chat or for 1-1 communication.

The rocket ship icon on the tab bar takes users to a continuous feed of content by different companies. Rather than embedding ads into the experience, the app gives users control over when they see content created by companies. The Jump App encourages companies to create engaging content, so users will see plenty of informative or inspiring articles or videos on a variety of topics. For example, Family Handyman shares a list of life hacks to make daily chores easier. Along with content, users may see links to other articles, promotions, or product links. If teens run into iffy stuff, they can flag inappropriate content, which is then reviewed by staff to determine if it violates community guidelines, which forbid nudity or sexual content, harmful, hateful, violent content, spam, promotion, impersonation, sale of firearms, and degrading or shaming content.

Is It Any Good?

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Users will appreciate this fresh take on social media, which prioritizes genuine connection, streamlined communication, and full control of what users see with the use of feed filters. One of the most unique and attractive features of The Jump App is that algorithms don't determine what appears on users' feeds. Instead, users themselves determine what appears on their feed with the use of feed filters, creating a more controlled and personalized experience. Users won't see random posts, rants, or ads on their feed simply because they are popular. Since the feed is customizable, users have the perk of seeing friends' posts or connecting with groups without the external buzz. They can also narrow down the amount of content that appears on their feed by choosing a select number of friends or groups. The Jump App's design and integrated features simplify group interaction. It streamlines communication since many popular tools, such as polls, lists, events, and location sharing can be found on one platform. No need to switch apps, which makes the group chat experience a bit more user friendly. Creating Jumps and inviting friends is simple and help options are readily available if needed.

Another thoughtful aspect of this app's design is the fact that content created by companies with commercial undertones can be found under its own tab. Users don’t have to see ads unless they want to explore this type of content. The content itself is creative, unique, and informative. It's often linked to existing Jumps and builds off of community interests. For example, foodie Jumps are often linked to food related articles and videos, like How to Make the Best Pizza Dough by Milk Street. Although highly commercial, the product links and promos may come in handy for those feeling inspired by certain content. Families should definitely discuss expectations since kids will be able to navigate to pages where they can make purchases or will see more explicit ads. The app has tons of features and is quite convenient. Navigating all it has to offer may take a bit of exploration and trial. Those seeking a more personalized experience, wanting a bit more control over their social media or functionality of group messages, will definitely appreciate The Jump App's design.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about post and communication guidelines when using The Jump App. What's appropriate to share with friends via social media? What's appropriate to share in public Jumps or communities? How do you responsibly interact with others and have fun while considering safety and privacy?

  • Talk about ads and discuss expectations for engaging with content that has product links or promotions. How can we enjoy content, explore new products, and interesting ideas while minding family expectations?

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