Don’t share your account
Sharing your Apple ID, Google, Amazon or console logins with kids exposes your cards, photos and messages. A calm UK parent guide to safer sharing and quick fixes.
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The Digital Safety Dashboard: Tools That Help Parents See the Bigger Picture
Learn how to build your own “digital safety dashboard” using Apple, Android, Xbox, PlayStation and router tools. Understanding Tech explains how to read reports, set boundaries and protect your family online.
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Your Wi-Fi Can Be Your Best Parenting Tool: Simple Router Settings to Keep Kids Safe
Calm, practical guide to using your Wi-Fi for family safety. Set schedules, pause by person, and filter content. UK links and tools for Apple, Android and consoles.
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iPhone or Android? Choosing the Right Device for Family Safety
Understanding Tech iPhone or Android? Choosing the Right Device for Family Safety Written by a family tech consultant (and parent). Calm, practical steps with UK-friendly examples. No gimmicks. Short answer: either can be safe — the difference is how it’s configured. Below is what actually matters for families, plus a quick comparison table and hand-me-down…
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The padlock isn’t everything: what HTTPS really means for your child’s safety
A calm, parent-friendly guide to the browser padlock (HTTPS). Learn what it really means, what it doesn’t, and how to help your child spot trustworthy sites — with a simple checklist and UK help links.
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What every parent should know about VPN’s
Clear, parent-friendly guidance on VPNs: what they do, why teens use them, how to set boundaries, and when a VPN can be useful. Includes balanced recommendations and a printable UK-friendly guide.
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Setting up parental controls on iPhones and android
A calm, practical setup for Apple Screen Time and Google Family Link — with clear steps for filters, purchases, bedtime limits and a free printable parental-control checklist.
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How to talk to kids about online strangers
Children meet new people online every day — through games, chats, and social media. This calm, practical guide helps parents start honest, fear-free conversations about online strangers. Learn what to say, how to set boundaries, and how to keep communication open as your child grows.
