Digital Security 101

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Family Safety

Should Kids Play Video Games? 10 Strategies for Safer Gaming

Research shows that video games can have both positive and negative effects on children — depending on how, when, and what games they play.

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May 8, 2024
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Family Safety

Is Snapchat Safe For Kids? What Parents Need to Know

Snapchat is one of the most popular social media apps for teens — but some features can make your child vulnerable to predators and other online threats.

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April 30, 2024
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Family Safety

YouTube Parental Controls: 4 Ways To (Easily) Get Started

Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how to set up YouTube parental controls, so your kids can enjoy a safe online experience.

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October 10, 2023
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Family Safety

How To Block Websites on Your iPhone or iPad

Parental controls on Apple devices show you how to block websites on iPhones and iPads. But here are other (universal) tools to set up age-gated content.

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October 9, 2023
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Family Safety

10 Warning Signs of Cyberbullying (& What To Do)

The signs of cyberbullying can be hard to spot. But to keep your children safe, you need to get to know them. Here’s what to look for →

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October 6, 2023
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Family Safety

Help! A Family Member Opened a Credit Card In My Name

It’s a crime for a family member to open a credit card in your name (and without your knowledge). Here’s how to handle this precarious situation.

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September 8, 2023
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Family Safety

Child Identity Theft: The Parental Guide to Protecting Your Kids

More than 1 million children were the victims of child identity theft last year. Learn how to protect your kids from scammers in this parental guide.

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September 6, 2023
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Family Safety

Is Fortnite Safe for Kids? What Parents Need To Know

Is Fortnite Safe for Kids? It’s up to parents to do more to protect kids from online gaming risks — and Fortnite poses plenty.

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August 21, 2023

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