The rapid rise of Wizz, an app promoted as a safe place for teens to meet new friends, has triggered national concern as reports link it to adult predators and risky encounters among young users. But what is it, and how do we know who's at risk?
Wizz is an app that is available to anyone aged 13 and older, and its format encourages users to swipe through profiles in a manner similar to a dating app. Its layout, which includes photos and short bios, resembles conventional platforms that match strangers through appearance and brief interests. Teens in New York City told The Post that the app is often used for contact with new people, including in-person meet-ups.
