Getting started with digital content creation
Social media changes: What it means for your family
Children under 16 can no longer create or keep accounts on some social media platforms.
This change is about protection, not punishment. It gives kids time to grow, build confidence and learn healthy online habits before using apps that can have risks.
Learn more: Social media rules: Helping your child stay safe online
This change is about protection, not punishment. It gives kids time to grow, build confidence and learn healthy online habits before using apps that can have risks.
Learn more: Social media rules: Helping your child stay safe online
Key takeaways
- Choose easy, free tools to create videos, podcasts, art, and more.
- Protect your creativity by using music, images and videos in the right way.
- Stay safe by following age rules and using privacy settings.
Bringing your creative ideas to life can be fun, easy and free. You can create your own videos, podcasts or digital art with safe, simple apps. Most of these apps let you share directly to social media or websites that you have an account with.
Video creation tools
CapCut
Edit videos, add filters and effects, and use templates.
Best for: Short videos.
Works with:
Cost: Free, with optional paid features.
Set up: No account needed for desktop, tablet or phone.
Learn more about CapCut
iMovie
Apple’s drag-and-drop video editor with free music and transitions.
Best for: Simple videos of any length.
Works with:
Cost: Free.
Set up: Needs an Apple ID account.
Learn more about iMovie
Clipchamp
Microsoft’s drag-and-drop video editor with free templates, images and music.
Best for: Simple videos of any length.
Works with:
Cost: Free, with optional paid features.
Set up: Needs a Microsoft or other email account.
Learn more about Clipchamp
Podcast tools
Spotify for Creators (formerly Anchor)
Create and share podcasts.
Best for: Recording, editing and publishing podcasts.
Works with:
Cost: Free.
Set up: Needs an account.
Learn more about Spotify for Creators
Audacity
Edit audio like a pro with full control.
Best for: Editing audio for podcasts, music and more.
Works with:
Cost: Free.
Set up: No account needed.
Learn more about Audacity
Graphic design & digital art tools
Canva
Create with drag-and-drop and enjoy thousands of free templates and elements
Best for: Social media, cards, posters and more.
Works with:
Cost: Free, with optional paid features.
Set up: Needs an account.
Learn more about Canva
Adobe Express
Use a simple design tool from Adobe.
Best for: Graphics, videos and animations.
Works with:
Cost: Free, with optional paid features.
Set up: Needs an account.
Learn more about Adobe Express
Krita
Draw and paint like a pro with full control.
Best for: Digital drawing, painting and illustration.
Works with:
Cost: Free.
Set up: No account needed.
Learn more about Krita
Tips for creating for sharing content
- Protect your identity: Avoid sharing personal information like your full name, location or school.
- Share to the right people: Use privacy settings to control who sees your content.
- Use royalty-free assets: Use music, images and videos with an open or Creative Commons copyright license.
- Think before you post: Even if you delete the content later, it can stay online forever!
- Be respectful: Avoid using content that could hurt or offend others.
- Check age requirements: Make sure you're old enough to use the tool or sharing platform.
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