Alexa
Digital environment
What is Digital environment ?
Apps and environments young people use
Type of digital environment:
- Internet connected devices
Alexa is a virtual assistant and smart speaker.
Risks and motivations
Risks
Young people who use Alexa may be exposed to digital risk factors relating to romantic relationships or family relationships and technology.
Young people using Alexa may also experience abusive relationships.
Motivations
Young people might use Alexa to:
- have fun
- make daily life easier
What you can do
How to close an account in this environment
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Share your experience of Alexa
You can tell us about:
- other terms you might have heard
- conversations you’ve had with young people
- a related platform or app
- another related risk or harm