Digital Security 101

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Family Safety

Aura vs. Bark: How To Choose the Best Parental Control App

Aura and Bark are both great options for parents, but potential customers need to understand their different approaches to child and family online safety.

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October 31, 2025
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Family Safety

Are AI Chatbots Safe for Kids?

The main safety question isn’t, “AI chatbots: yes or no?” but “Which chat experiences, for which ages, under what controls?” Companion bots could be highest-risk.

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October 27, 2025
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Family Safety

The 10 Best Parental Control Apps for iPhones Right Now

Children face more online threats than ever. Learn about 10 of the best parental control apps for iPhones and how to choose which one is right for you.

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January 4, 2024
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Family Safety

How Do Parental Controls Work? Setting Up Devices at Home

Content filtering, screen time limits, and internet usage all fall under the parental controls umbrella. Here’s how to set these up across devices.

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December 7, 2023
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Family Safety

TikTok Parental Controls: An Updated Guide for Parents

TikTok parental controls or Digital Wellbeing tools can manage screen time and content for kids. Turn on these features using this step-by-step guide.

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December 7, 2023
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Family Safety

When Should Kids Get Their First Phones?

Deciding when to give your child their first phone will depend on their maturity level, situation, and trust level. Here’s how to know if they’re ready.

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December 6, 2023
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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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