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Safety and settings
Setting filters on YouTube
YouTube's SafetyMode allows parents to restrict the content their children see. Here's our quick guide to setting it up
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Games, apps and techSafety and settings
Video chatting: a guide for parents and carers of primary school-age children
Younger children might not previously have had much experience with video-chatting apps, but during lockdown they may be using them for education or to speak to friends. Here’s our guide to making sure they have a safe and fun experience with them
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Safety and settings
Staying safe on Minecraft
Tips for parents on helping your child make the most of Minecraft
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Games, apps and techSafety and settingsHealth and wellbeing
Six fun online activities to boost your child’s digital resilience
While it's true that things can go wrong online, most children only have positive experiences. Here are some fun online activities your child can enjoy during lockdown which will also help boost their digital resilience
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Safety and settings
Reporting unwanted or illegal content online: links
What to do if your child has come across something upsetting or illegal online
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Games, apps and techSafety and settings
Screen time: should I be worried?
Parents have long had questions around how much screen time is too much – but should we be extra concerned during lockdown?
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Safety and settings
PEGI games ratings explained
PEGI unpicked: UK video games ratings explained in full
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Games, apps and techSafety and settingsRelationships and sex
Video chatting: a guide for parents and carers of secondary school-age children
With school closed for most students, young people will almost certainly be using a video-chatting service to stay in touch with friends. Here’s how to help them get the most from it
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Safety and settings
If you find out your child has been sexually abused or exploited
NCA-CEOP's Dr Elly Hanson offers advice to parents on coping in the aftermath of your child being abused
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Safety and settings
Child online safety during lockdown: where to report
While most children only have positive experiences online, occasionally things can go wrong. Here’s a breakdown of where to go for support when you need it
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Safety and settings
9 ways the internet can be good for your children
We hear a lot about the negative effects on children of using the internet but it can also be a positive thing. Here’s our guide for parents.
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Safety and settings
What are parental controls and how can they help children stay safe online?
Filters and parental controls won't keep your children safe online, but they are a useful first line of defence. Here's what parents need to know