Make use of Parental Controls on Phones, Computers, Tablets and Gaming Devices.
Make use of Parental Controls on Phones, Computers, Tablets and Gaming Devices. Parental controls are features that are included in digital TV services such as Netflix, on video games or consoles, in website browsers like Chrome, Edge, or Safari, and on mobile devices like phones and tablets.
These controls allow caregivers to restrict access to certain types of content, such as sexual, violent, or other harmful content. Parental controls are important but can’t do all the work alone! These controls work best when used with direct supervision.
As your child grows and develops, so do their online needs, so you’ll need to change your parental controls regularly.
Use strong passwords to set up parental controls. Make sure they can’t be easily guessed.
Use bookmarks.
Create a personalized experience by bookmarking safe sites.
Review games and apps.
When choosing a new game or app for a child, be sure to check the age rating and content. Learn about the game by reading the description or playing with it before handing it over to kids.
Look for games and apps that are pro-social and help children learn antiviolence attitudes, empathy, tolerance, and respect.
- Set limits and rules for screentime.
It’s good to set screentime limits for the whole family.
Simple rules such as no phones during meals or after dinner can help kids set boundaries with the online world.
Set times during the week to talk about what everyone is doing online to help monitor risks and teach skills.
