VerifieroIn the making
Is the person you’re talking to really who they say they are?
Weirdo is our idea of support against grooming and scams that kids actually want to use. It’s a concept in development. We’re building it in the open, and you can follow along.
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Support in the moment it matters
Kids learn how to be careful online. But what happens when a stranger actually gets in touch? Weirdo explores how kids can get support in that very moment.
Before
Knowledge and prevention
Kids and adults learn to spot warning signs, through school, guides and talks.
In the moment
Support when contact happens
When a stranger writes in a chat or a game, a child has to decide right away. Many services have their own safety features. Weirdo wants to strengthen protection in exactly those moments.
Afterwards
Help if something has happened
If something has already happened, there’s help and support, from trusted adults, schools and organisations that support children.
Weirdo should be something kids actually want to use in the moment, not just something adults think they should.
How we think
A tool for kids, not just parents
Protection that kids work around helps no one. It has to be easy, fast and not embarrassing to use.
Support in the moment
The focus is on the moment a stranger wants to become a friend, alongside advice beforehand and help afterwards.
Built in the open
We share the process as we build and let those who sign up influence the direction.
Sketch: one tap to check
Here’s how it could feel. Try it yourself.
A concept sketch of an idea we’re exploring, not a finished product.
Good to know: someone having verified their identity or age group doesn’t mean they’re harmless. It’s one more piece of information, not a guarantee.
Weirdo
New friend in the game chat
Hi! I’m 12 too 😊 Want to chat privately?
Want to help shape the future of online safety for kids?
- contribute your insights and perspectives
- follow our process as we build in public
- be the first to try things and give feedback
FAQ
Has Weirdo launched?
No. Weirdo is a concept in development. We’re collecting a waitlist of people who want to follow the work, try it early and give feedback.
What does it cost?
That hasn’t been decided yet.
Who is behind Weirdo?
Verifiero AB, a Swedish company in Stockholm with long experience in compliance, cybersecurity and verification.
Does a verified age group mean the person is harmless?
No. A verification shows one piece of information, such as an age group, but says nothing about what the person wants. Weirdo is meant to help kids pause and talk to an adult, not to replace that.
What happens when I sign up?
We’ll be in touch to say hi and see how you’d like to be involved, or if you just want to follow our journey.
How do you handle my email address?
We respect your privacy. Read more in Verifiero’s privacy policy via the link in the footer.