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Internet Safety

Oct 03, 2023

APPS AND TOOLS TO KEEP YOUR KIDS SAFE

In today’s digital age, the internet offers incredible opportunities for learning and connection, but it also poses risks we cannot afford to ignore. This page is your guide to understanding those risks, recognizing the signs of potential dangers, and equipping yourself with the knowledge and tools to protect your child both online and offline. Together, let’s embark on a journey to create a safer online world for our children.

There are several apps and tools available to enhance internet safety for both children and adults. Here are some recommended apps and tools for various aspects of internet safety:

Parental Control Apps:

Bark: Provides comprehensive parental control features, including content filtering, time limits, and activity monitoring.

Norton Family: Offers web filtering, app monitoring, and location tracking for children's devices.

Kaspersky Safe Kids: Helps parents manage screen time, block harmful websites, and receive realtime activity reports.

Safe Browsing and Content Filtering:

SafeSearch (Google, Bing, YouTube): Enable SafeSearch settings in search engines to filter out explicit content.

Secure Messaging Apps:

WhatsApp: Offers endtoend encryption for messages, ensuring privacy.

Signal: Known for its strong encryption and privacy features.

Telegram: Provides options for secret chats with enhanced privacy settings.

Virtual Private Network (VPN) Services:

ExpressVPN: A highly rated VPN service that enhances online privacy and security.

NordVPN: Offers strong encryption and a nologs policy for secure browsing.

Education and Awareness Apps:

Common Sense Media: Provides ageappropriate content recommendations and resources for parents.

NetSmartz Workshop: Offers resources to educate children and parents about online safety.

It's essential to research and choose the apps and tools that best fit your specific needs and concerns regarding internet safety. Additionally, regularly update and review the settings of these tools to adapt to changing online threats and the of your family.

Remember that this is an ongoing conversation, not a one time talk. Revisit and reinforce these concepts regularly as your child grows. The goal is to empower them with knowledge and the confidence to protect themselves from potential dangers while maintaining their trust and open communication with you.

Start Early and Age-Appropriate:

Begin the conversation at an age appropriate level, gradually building on it as your child matures. Use language and concepts that are suitable for their age and level of understanding.

Create a Safe and Judgment-Free Environment:

Emphasize that you are there to listen and support them, not to judge or blame. Encourage questions and open dialogue, even if the topic is uncomfortable.

Focus on Empowerment and Awareness:

Teach your child about personal boundaries and consent, emphasizing that it's okay to say no to anything that makes them uncomfortable. Discuss the importance of trusting their instincts and the people they interact with both online and offline.

Use RealLife Scenarios and Stories:

Share age appropriate stories or news articles about child trafficking cases to illustrate the dangers without causing unnecessary fear. Highlight the tactics traffickers may use, such as grooming and manipulation.

Discuss Online Safety:

Teach your child about internet safety, including the risks of sharing personal information online and the importance of not meeting strangers they've met online in person. Emphasize the need to be cautious when sharing photos or information on social media.

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