News & Updates

News & Updates

WhatsApp Parental Controls 2026: Parent-Managed Accounts for Children Under 13 – Complete UK Guide

WhatsApp is introducing parent-managed accounts for children under 13, giving UK families a safer way to stay connected while maintaining parental oversight. The new feature allows parents to control who can contact their child, approve group invitations, manage privacy settings, and review messages from unknown contacts through a PIN-protected dashboard. With Status, Channels, Meta AI, and other social features disabled, under-13 accounts focus solely on messaging and calls in a more controlled environment. In this guide, we explain how WhatsApp’s new supervised accounts work, what protections are included, how to set one up, and what UK parents need to know before handing their child their first smartphone.

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Newsletter · Issue 2 – Screen Time Crisis 2026: Data-Driven Fixes That Actually Work for Kids

**UK Children’s Screen Time: A Growing Concern**
UK children spend 5-7 hours daily on screens, far exceeding health experts’ recommendations. This post explores the risks, data-driven insights, and practical solutions to manage screen time effectively without drastic changes.

Discover how much screen time UK children truly use, the science behind screen damage, and effective parental control tools to reduce screen time. Equip yourself with actionable strategies to tackle device time issues and safeguard your child’s development.

Don’t miss our guide on school phone policies and identifying red flags of addiction.

Read more for detailed strategies and FAQs to help you navigate this digital age responsibly.

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