How to Make a Virtual Doll That Looks Like Me

Find a COPPA-compliant virtual doll-making website. In a search engine, enter the words "virtual doll." When you find a site the has virtual dolls, scroll down to the bottom of the page and search the fine print for a phrase such as "Kids Privacy Policy" or "Privacy policy." Click on the phrase to make sure the policy states the site is safe for children to use.

Create a membership account. Almost all the virtual doll websites require users to have an account so the dolls created can be saved.

Choose a body type in the doll-making area of the site. Typical options include choosing a male or female body.

Choose the shape of head that best matches yours. Head shape options include oval, round, square and heart.

Select hair that looks like yours. There will be a variety of hairstyle and hair color options from which to choose.

Create a face that resembles yours. The site will provide different eyebrows, eye colors, skin tones, nose shapes and sizes and lip shapes, sizes and color options from which to choose. Some virtual doll-making sites also allow you to place items such as freckles or glasses on a doll.

Select a body style. Some sites let users create a doll body with or without curves.

Pick out an outfit. Sites will offer a variety of clothing options users can try on their dolls. Most will offer at least different pants, shirts and skirts for the dolls. Others may also have fancy dresses, swimsuits or sporty clothes dolls can wear.

Choose accessories for the virtual doll. Accessories may include shoes, bags, sunglasses, earrings and bracelets. Some doll-making sites will include pet dogs or cats in the accessory section.