Family Safety Articles
Did you know that half of the children between the ages of 10 and 12 use social media? Despite age restrictions for some apps and websites, kids still find their way onto them, and often this can become detrimental. Inappropriate websites can be a big problem, especially if you have kids who are using your Android phone.…
Did you know that 93 percent of boys and 62 percent of girls have encountered pornography when browsing online? Those who own iPads are likely to use either Chrome or Safari as their primary internet browser. Safari is the preferred browser on Apple devices due to its extensive capabilities, which include a mechanism for banning websites. Wondering…
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If you have kids, then you will know how important it is to keep them safe and to make sure that you are always monitoring their internet connectivity. Unfortunately, this is easier said than done. Devices make it easier than ever for kids to stay connected, but at the same time, it makes it easier…
Don’t think your child is addicted to Instagram? Think again. In 2021, studies found that 57% of American children between the ages of 12 and 17 used Instagram every week. Listen, we get it. Instagram is a great app for keeping in touch with friends and family, but it can also be a source of temptation for…
The internet is a great resource, but it can also be a huge distraction. If you’re trying to get some rest or focus on work, the last thing you need is to be bombarded with notifications and requests for your attention. Or, if your kids are trying to sleep, you may want to limit their…
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A lot of good can come from giving your child an iPhone, but it’s important to remember that some dangers are lurking online that your children need to be protected from. You wouldn’t let your child explore an unknown city without adult supervision, and the same principle applies to digital space too. The internet can…
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Google is the world’s most popular search engine and for a good reason. It’s fast, efficient, and generally does a good job of finding what you’re looking for. However, there’s one area where Google could do better: safe search. What is a Safe Search? The internet can be a dark and dangerous place, full of…
One of the most difficult and confusing parts of being a parent is ensuring your child is safe when they are online. Part of modern parenting means that we’ve always got to be one step ahead of our children, digitally speaking, so they can browse the internet safely. While there’s a lot of amazing information…
Your child might want to set up their own Apple ID for their Apple devices, and it might make sense for you to allow them to do that. An Apple ID is the account that you use to interact with Apple devices when it comes to downloading apps and things like that. In terms of…
There are many different reasons why you might want to learn how to check the recent activity on iPhone. One of the biggest and most important reasons why people want to do this is because they have a child they need to keep an eye on. We know how many risks are out there for…
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