AI has moved from sci-fi to the kitchen table. In this long-form guide, Richard from Understand Tech explains what AI really is, where it genuinely helps family life, where it shouldn’t be trusted, and the simple guardrails that keep parents in control.
I’m a parent who works in tech. When I finally tried Discord, I realised it isn’t a dark corner of the web — it’s a giant youth club with rooms for everything. Here’s how it works, what to switch on, and how to set sensible boundaries at home.
The internet we see every day is only the tip of the iceberg. Beneath it lies the Deep Web — and deeper still, the Dark Web. This guide helps parents understand what these hidden layers really are, how tools like Tor work, and how to keep families safe online.
As a parent I understand how overwhelming it can be to keep up with the apps our kids use every day. One app that keeps popping up is Telegram. It’s popular, powerful, and pretty different from other messaging apps like WhatsApp or Messenger. Here’s what you need to know—and what you can do—to make sure…
Christmas morning excitement can turn into tech chaos fast — new consoles, tablets and phones all needing setup, passwords and safety settings. This calm parent’s guide walks you through the essentials: family accounts, purchase limits, and screen-time boundaries that keep things simple from day one. Practical, jargon-free advice for real families — from Understanding Tech, where parents and professionals meet to make technology feel calmer and safer at home.
Snapchat promises privacy — but that’s exactly what makes it risky. Messages vanish, but the danger doesn’t. This guide explains what’s really happening inside the app and how to help your child use it safely.
A clear, parent-focused guide explaining how WhatsApp really works — from age limits and sign-up to disappearing messages, groups and privacy settings. Written by a parent in tech who understands both sides.
Streaming makes music effortless — but it’s easy to pay twice or miss safety settings. Our latest guide shows how to share family plans, filter explicit content, and move playlists safely across Spotify, Apple, Amazon and YouTube Music.
A calm, practical guide to trying a 24-hour “digital reset” at home. Discover how a single phone-free day each week can reduce stress, improve sleep, and help families use technology by choice — not by habit.
Understanding Tech Should You Track Your Child’s Location? The Real Parent’s Guide to GPS, Apps & Peace of Mind (2025 Update) Written by a family tech consultant (and parent). Balanced, practical advice with UK-friendly links. No affiliates. Short answer: tracking can be a helpful safety tool when it’s agreed, explained and age-appropriate. Think of it…
