Online safety guides for UK parents
Practical, UK-focused guidance on the apps your children actually use — written for parents, not technologists. 21 guides and counting.
YouTube Kids vs YouTube Supervised: Which One?
YouTube Kids and YouTube Supervised offer different ways to let children watch safely. Here's how to pick the right one for your family.
6 min read GamingIn-App Purchases: Lock Down Spending in 3 Steps
UK children spend £270M a year on in-game purchases. Here's how to set spending limits on every device your child uses—and why loot boxes are designed to hook them.
6 min read Screen TimeScreen time for primary-age children: what actually matters
The evidence on healthy screen time limits for ages 5–11, plus practical ways to set boundaries without guilt or conflict.
6 min read ConversationsTalk to your child about online habits today
The Children's Commissioner's new guide shows parents how to set boundaries, discuss harmful content, and keep talking about what their child does online. Start this week.
5 min read AI & TechAI and your child: A parent's safety guide
Safer Internet Day 2026 highlighted AI risks for young people. Learn what to watch for, how to talk about it, and what tools actually help.
6 min read PrivacyReport Remove: Help When Intimate Images Are Shared
Your teen's intimate image has been shared online without consent. Report Remove is a free tool that can get it taken down fast. Here's how it works and when to use it.
5 min read UK LawWho to report online abuse to — and when
Your child has encountered something harmful online. Here's exactly who to contact, in what order, with direct links and what to say.
6 min read CyberbullyingFinancial Sextortion: What Parents Need to Know
Teen boys are being threatened for money after sharing intimate images online. Here's how to spot the warning signs and what to do if your child is targeted.
6 min read CyberbullyingYour child received an inappropriate image. First 30 minutes.
Stay calm. Here's the exact sequence of actions to take right now—what to say, what not to do, and where to report it in the UK.
6 min read AI & TechAI-Generated CSAM: What Parents Need to Know
Artificial intelligence is being used to create fake child abuse material. Here's how to recognise the threat, talk to your child about it, and report it.
6 min read PrivacyiPhone Screen Time: The 5 Settings That Actually Work
Apple's Screen Time has dozens of toggles. We've found the five that genuinely help protect your child's device use and privacy. Here's what to turn on today.
6 min read ConversationsTalking to your tween about AI chatbots
Your child is probably already chatting with ChatGPT or Character.AI. Here's how to start a conversation about what they're doing, why it matters, and what to watch for.
6 min read GamingSet up Xbox Family Settings in 10 minutes
Control your child's screen time, spending, and who they can message on Xbox—all from your phone. One setup, monthly check-ins.
5 min read Social MediaSnapchat Safety: What Parents Actually Need to Know in 2026
Four things the app won't tell you — and one tool built right into Snapchat that most parents have never switched on.
5 min ConversationsAge-by-Age Conversation Scripts for Online Safety
Ready-to-use conversation starters for talking to your child about safety at every age.
2 min read Social MediaSextortion: What It Is & How to Protect Your Child
Understanding the growing threat of sextortion and practical steps every parent should take.
7 min read UK LawThe UK Online Safety Act: Your Rights as a Parent
Plain-English breakdown of the Online Safety Act and what it means for your family.
10 min read PrivacyiPhone & iPad Parental Controls Masterclass
Complete walkthrough of Screen Time, content restrictions, and privacy settings.
10 min read CyberbullyingCyberbullying: Signs, Prevention & Response
How to recognise if your child is being cyberbullied and the steps to support them.
6 min read GamingGaming Console Safety: PS5, Xbox & Switch
Step-by-step parental control setup for every major gaming console.
Checklist Social MediaTikTok Safety: The Complete Parent's Guide (2026)
Everything you need to know about keeping your child safe on TikTok — from Family Pairing to content filters.
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