The article discusses the problems, dangers and threats of using social networks by teenagers and young people. The authors note the ever-increasing impact of negative content on them, including recruitment to commit acts of sabotage. As a result of the study, the authors came to the conclusion that it is necessary to strengthen preventive work among this population group and consolidate the forces of the entire society. Competent and thoughtful explanatory work on the vulnerabilities of social networks will reduce their negative impact on adolescents and young people.