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Viral internet trends: a parent's guide
The growth of social media has brought with it some strange modern phenomena. One of the more recent ones is the viral online challenge...
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Connected toys: not just child’s play
Advice for parents on the security risks of smart toys that talk to the internet – and perhaps other people you don’t want them to
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Skin gambling: what parents should know
When you hear the word ‘gambling’ the first image that comes into your head is probably a lottery coupon or a Las Vegas roulette wheel, not a child betting in their favourite online game. But a report by the Gambling Commission found that almost 40 per cent of 11 to 16-year-olds had spent their own money on gambling.
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Snapchat: a parent's guide
Everything you need to know about Snaptchat, the hugely popular picture sharing app
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VPNs: What are Virtual Private Networks?
A parent's guide to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) from NCA-CEOP’s Leah Buck
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Screen time and young children: finding a balance
Screen time: a common sense guide for parents
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How do I know if social media posts are sponsored?
Dr. Eva A. van Reijmersdal and Dr. Esther Rozendaal share their insight on how to spot paid-for social media posts.
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Live streaming: what parents need to know
The risks and opportunities that children face when using live streaming social media apps including Live.me
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Are you worried your child might see something inappropriate online?
What happens if your child sees something they shouldn't online? NCA-CEOP offers advice for parents
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Does your child have the skills to combat cybercrime?
Cybercrime: the NCA's National Cyber Crime Unit (NCCU) looks at how you can encourage your child to use their digital skills in a positive, rather than negative, way
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A fun tool to help your child solve online safety dilemmas
The National Crime Agency’s CEOP command has created an interactive game that can help you start conversations with your child about making safer choices online.
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Games, apps and tech
Apps to help families enjoy the great outdoors
With the summer holidays just around the corner, we've gathered some of the most exciting apps we’ve found to get kids outdoors and enjoy what nature has to offer