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Put the family computer in an open area

If your home computer is in a high-traffic area, you will be able to easily oversee your children’s computer activity. Not only does this accessibility discourage a child from doing something they know is not allowed, it also gives you the chance to intercede if you observe a behavior that could have negative effects.

Install YouTube Kids for your children

If your kids have their own tablets or smartphones, or if they use a shared family device, installing YouTube Kids is a good way to ensure they browse safely. YouTube Kids screens content and only allows users to view what’s appropriate for children aged 2-12. The ads on YouTube kids are limited and kid-friendly, and […]

Use parental controls to limit the content your kids can view

If you are a parent, you might wish to limit your family’s access to certain apps or websites. Most major computing platforms have parental control features allowing you to do so. For example, you can disable specific programs for individual users, oversee a child’s device and/or require your express approval for any purchases.

See what others can learn about your family on Familytreenow.com

Family history websites are a fun tool to learn about your family history. But anyone can search for anyone, and there might be information you don’t necessarily want available to the public, like names of close relatives or their places of birth. You can remove your family history from the website by clicking “opt out” […]

Remind your kids never to give out personal information

Help kids remember that cybersecurity should always be a priority and not to share info such as name, home address, or telephone number, to anyone they don’t know through email, TikTok, Facebook, or other online forums. Talk with your children about the online risks of interacting with strangers through the computer and sending notes and […]

Tell your kids to use Kiddle while searching the web

Kiddle is powered by Google Safe Search, and it’s designed to be a secure environment for kids. The search results are organized so that articles written specifically for children appear first and all articles that appear are appropriate for young ones. It does not collect any personal information, and logs are automatically erased every 24 […]