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Privacy settings

Controls that manage what information an app or device can access, share, or make visible to others.

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Internet and social media safety children

Internet and social media safety children

Why internet and social media safety matters Digital platforms are not neutral environments. Recommendation systems, notifications, infinite scrolling, in-app purchases, public metrics, and social comparison can encourage prolonged or emotionally intense use. The World Health Organization has highlighted cyberbullying, harmful content, unrealistic body standards, and platform features that can amplify risk for children and adolescents. […]

Protecting child online privacy

Protecting child online privacy

Why child online privacy matters Child online privacy is the protection of a child’s personal information, identity, communications, location, images, behavioral data, and digital reputation. It matters because childhood is a period of rapid neurodevelopment, social learning, and identity formation. A child may enjoy an app or game in the moment without understanding how a […]

Choosing and managing multiple devices children

Choosing and managing multiple devices children

Start with the child’s needs and readiness Before purchasing or permitting another device, identify the specific problem it is meant to solve. A laptop may support schoolwork, a tablet may provide access to communication or creative applications, and a phone may help with coordination when a child travels independently. A gaming console, by contrast, may […]