Internet explorers: a parent's guide to what TikTok is and how to use it

As TikTok exceeds 1 million users across Europe, it may be time to figure out what TikTok is all about. On behalf of clueless parents everywhere, Caroline Delaney is on the case to find out

Anyone under the age of 18 is supposed to have the approval of a parent or guardian but many younger users seem to have found ways around this or have been given permission. Picture: iStock

So, TikTok has reached 100 million users in Europe.

That's great.