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Here's a list of helpful resources for parents and kids related to digital safety, which have all been independently vetted by our panel of experts.

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Parental Guide: When and How to Give Cellphones to Kids
Safe + Sound Parent Cellphone Guide
An evidence-based guide covering cellphone best practices.
Safe and Sound Parent Cellphone Guide
Troomi
A safe smartphone that grows with your child.
iNvicta Digital Safety
iNvicta Digital Safety Program
A program to educate kids about navigating the digital world safely.
Quick Parent Guides
Kids+Cellphones Parental Quick Guide
Kids + Cell Phones:
Understand the risks and benefits associated with cellphones and consider your child’s individual readiness with this quick guide for parents.
Kids and Summer Video Games
Kids + Video Games:
Video games impact children differently from social media and can be positive by fostering problem-solving, teamwork, and creativity. However, understanding their risks is crucial to ensure safe and responsible play.
NetNanny
Kids + Cyberbullying:
Cyberbullying can take many forms, including harassment through threatening messages, spreading false information, or posting embarrassing photos or videos online. Review these tips to ensure your child is safe.
Parental Guide: Kids and Online Predators
Kids + Online Predators:
Review these tips for protecting your children from predators online, and check-in regularly to provide space for reassurance and emotional support.
Coming Soon
Kids + Screen Addiction:
Smartphones can benefit children's communication, education, and independence, but excessive use driven by addictive rewards can be harmful, so it's important for parents to regulate screen time intentionally.
Coming Soon
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Universal Monitoring and Parental Control Apps and Systems
 
Norton logo
Norton Family:
A universal solution for Android, iOS, and Windows with location tracking, web filtering, and time limits but no text or call controls.
OurPact logo
OurPact:
Offers a wide range of controls for both Android and iOS, including app management and scheduling, with support for up to 20 devices.
NetNanny
Net Nanny:
Comprehensive parental controls across multiple platforms, including Kindle Fire, with features like web monitoring, scheduling, and web filtering.
FamiSafe
FamiSafe:
A versatile parental control app available on Android, iOS, and more. It monitors device usage, location, and filters web content, making digital navigation safer for kids.
FamiSafe
Kaspersky Safe Kids:
A multi-platform parental control solution with geofencing, location tracking, and broad web monitoring capabilities.
MMGuardian
MMGuardian:
Offers text logging and content monitoring, along with web and app control features, limited to 5 devices.
Circle with Disney
Circle with Disney:
Primarily a network device that pairs with your home Wi-Fi, allowing you to manage every device on the network. It features include time limits, content filtering, and usage reports.
Bark
Bark:
A unique approach to online safety through advanced content monitoring for all your child's devices.
KidLogger
KidLogger:
Allows parents to view which apps and programs their child uses, the websites they visit, and captures keystrokes. It also provides features like voice recording and screenshot capture.
Mobicip
Mobicip:
A multi-platform parental control software that offers internet filtering, app monitoring, and time management.
Mspy
mSpy:
Designed for Android and iOS, mSpy captures detailed child device activities from texts to locations. It offers a deep insight into a child's online interactions.
FamilyTime
FamilyTime:
Offers features like app blocking, time scheduling, and location tracking. It also provides a "panic alert" feature for kids to notify parents quickly in case of an emergency. interactions.
Boomerang
Boomerang:
Features include app controls, text monitoring, and screen time controls. It also has a unique SPIN Safe Browser to ensure safe web browsing.
SafetoNet
SafeToNet:
Uses AI to detect and filter unsafe texts and images in real-time. It emphasizes privacy by not allowing parents to see the content but sends alerts if harmful content is detected.
Life360
Life360:
An Android and iOS app focused on family location-sharing and safety. It provides real-time location tracking, driving insights, and family "circle" creation for connectivity.
Android-Specific Monitoring and Parental Control Apps and Tools
 
ESET
ESET Parental Control for Android:
A budget-friendly Android-exclusive parental control tool with extensive features like web monitoring, geofencing, and location tracking.
Qustodio
Qustodio:
A robust solution available on nearly all platforms with text and call controls exclusive for Android, also features geofencing and location tracking.
Google Family Link
Google Family Link:
A free Android app for parental controls, including location tracking, web monitoring, and app management.
Device-Specific Monitoring and Parental Control Apps and Tools
 
Troomi
Troomi:
A child-specific smartphone that empowers parents with an extremely easy, powerful and flexible set of parental controls—all while eliminating social media, harmful games, pornography and incoming access for predators and bullies.
Amazon Parental Controls
Amazon Parental Controls:
Exclusively for Amazon devices like Fire and Kindle, it manages screen time, curates content, and sets educational goals, ensuring a kid-friendly digital experience.
Apple Screen Time
Apple Screen Time:
A parental control app focused on time management and scheduling, with certain features like geofencing available for an extra fee.
Microsoft Family Safety
Microsoft Family Safety:
Catering to Microsoft's ecosystem, from Windows to Xbox, it offers activity reports, content restrictions, and screen time limits, streamlining parental oversight across devices.
Cybersecurity Educational Programs for Kids, Parents and Educators
iNvicta
iNvicta for Kids:
Provides a comprehensive four-pillar digital safety program, utilizing interactive tools like videos and quizzes.
PBS NOVA Labs
PBS NOVA Labs:
PBS offers an interactive learning experience, with labs focused on topics such as cybersecurity, tailored for adolescents and educators.
Cybersmart
Cybersmart
Originating from Australia's eSafety Commissioner, this platform serves as an instructional resource for enhancing online classroom safety.
FBI
FBI's Safe Online Surfing (SOS):
A gamified methodology to educate young individuals about the significance of online safety.
Cyberquest
US Cyber Challenge's Cyber Quests:
This initiative, by the US Cyber Challenge, offers a competitive platform for individuals aspiring for a career in cybersecurity.
Cyberquest
Cybersafe Kids:
Palo Alto Networks has developed this platform to educate children about cybersecurity nuances, supporting parental guidance.
Knowledge Hub
Cyberquest
CYBER.ORG:
This platform is dedicated to furnishing educators, students, and parents with comprehensive cybersecurity educational materials.
CISA
Cybersecurity Awareness Program Student Resources - CISA.gov:
Furnishes students, educators, and parents with essential cybersecurity insights.
CISA
Stop.Think.Connect.:
Jointly developed by The Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) and the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), this platform provides guidance on online safety for internet users.
SCK
Savvy Cyber Kids:
Offers curated content focusing on digital safety and ethics, supporting both educators and parents.
Stay Safe Online, endorsed by National Cyber Security Alliance
Stay Safe Online:
Endorsed by the National Cyber Security Alliance, this platform aggregates resources aimed at enhancing online safety for users.
FTC: Online Privacy and Security
FTC: Online Privacy and Security
Has curated content that aids the general public in comprehending online privacy matters.
Be Internet Awesome
Google's Be Internet Awesome:
Educates children about online safety, tailored for young learners and their educational facilitators.
StopBullying
StopBullying.gov:
Undertaken by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, this initiative endeavors to mitigate bullying, fostering safer environments.
IKeepSafe
iKeepSafe:
Provides resources dedicated to the digital welfare of families across the globe.
FamilyOnline
Family Online Safety Institute:
This institute is committed to guiding families through the complexities of online safety with expertise.
FamilyOnline
Family Online Safety Institute:
Ensuring online engagements remain secure and productive for adolescents, educators, and parents.
Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media:
Provides families with objective advice and evaluations on a variety of media offerings.
NetSmartKids
NetSmartzKids:
Supported by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, this platform offers comprehensive online safety education for children and their guardians.
NetSmartKids
K-12 Computer Science Framework:
A collaborative endeavor, this platform outlines a structured approach to computer science education in academic institutions.
Cyberwise
Cyberwise and Cybercivics:
Cyberwise and Cybercivics collaboratively strive to enlighten adults and middle school students on digital citizenship and secure online practices.
safesearch
Safe Search Kids:
Parental Guides: An authoritative guide, assisting parents and educators in understanding internet safety for juvenile users.
Stompout
STOMP Out Bullying:
Actively promotes community solidarity against bullying and cyberbullying incidents.