Like most social media platforms, Omegle sets the minimum age for users at 13 years old. Young users (below 18 years old) are supposed to only use the site with parental permission – a rule that's unfortunately rarely followed. Many activists argue that Omegle is particularly unsafe for children, especially since the platform doesn't have a way to verify its users' actual age, and many parents aren't even aware of the platform's existence – making it ideal for predators.