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Help Teens Open Up: How to Get a Teenager to Talk About Their Feelings

Help Teens Open Up: How to Get a Teenager to Talk About Their Feelings

In this article, I’ll explore how to get a teenager to talk about their feelings & provide solutions to support your teen physically and mentally.
Sina G.

Sina G.

Mother and daughter reading book

Sex Talk 101: Best Books on Sexual Education for Tweens

Sexual education books help parents have the talk with their kids. Here we suggest the top five sex ed books that you should read with your child.
Tannaz T.

Tannaz T.

tv violence effects on child

Violent Movies: How Television Violence Can Affect Children

A lot of movies use violence and extreme action scenes as audience magnets. How does TV violence affect children? This article will tell you.
Tannaz T.

Tannaz T.

girl sitting at the beach with a watermelon slice in front of her mouth

Foods that Help Your Child Concentrate Better

Foods help your child focus while studying, do you want to know which study food is best? Read this blog to find out! 
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

Alarming Psychological Effects of Watching Violent Movies on Children

Alarming Psychological Effects of Watching Violent Movies on Children 

Violent scenes can have deep psychological effects on kids. Let’s take an in-depth look at the psychological effects of watching violent movies on children.
Sina G.

Sina G.

group of smiling students sitting in lecture hall

Why Sexual Education Should Be Mandatory in Schools?

Nobody wants a teen pregnancy or an STI to carry for the rest of their life. Should Sex Ed be mandatory in schools? Read the article to find out.
Tannaz T.

Tannaz T.

What can I take to help me focus on studying?

5 Supplements That Can Help Your Kid Focus While Studying

Wondering “what can I take to help me focus on studying” or looking for supplements to help your child focus while studying? Get the answers here. 
Sina G.

Sina G.

How to Turn off the Internet in Your House

How to Turn off the Internet in Your House

Here are 9 ways how to turn off the internet in your house & make sure it’s off-limits for anyone who wants to use it as a WiFi hotspot. 
Sina G.

Sina G.

Why Kids Like Cartoons: The Magic Ingredient That Transfixes Children

Why Kids Like Cartoons: The Magic Ingredient That Transfixes Children

I’ll tell you why kids like cartoons, how much watching cartoons daily is enough for your kid, and give you solutions to control their screen time.
Sina G.

Sina G.

How Do Parents Influence Their Kids' Behavior in the Age of the Internet?

How Do Parents Influence Their Kids’ Behavior in the Age of the Internet?

Influence of internet on kids’ behavior is massive. But how do parents influence their kids’ behavior in the age of the internet? Read on to find out.
Sina G.

Sina G.

Angry kid showing stop sign isolated in front of a computer

How Your Kids Can Avoid Online Predators

Online predators are always searching for victims. Teenagers make up the majority of their targets. Read on to learn how to avoid online predators. 
Tannaz T.

Tannaz T.

app that blocks other apps on your child’s device

How to Block an Unlimited Number of Apps on Your Child’s Device

How do you block unwanted apps on your child’s phone or computer? By using an app that blocks other apps—parental control apps such as Safes. 
Sina G.

Sina G.

kids with special needs sitting around a table coloring

8 Statistics All Parents of Special Needs Kids Should Know

Children with disabilities need more attention, in this blog we go over statistics of kids with special needs that you need to be aware of. 
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

phone with hate messages on display lying on a laptop

7 Types of Cyberstalking Parents Need to Know About

With the recent cyberstalking news, it’s good to be up to date on the types of cyberstalking. That’s why we are going to cover them in this blog. 
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

A Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up Parental Controls on HBO Max

A Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up Parental Controls on HBO Max

Read this step-by-step guide to setting up parental controls on HBO Max to ensure your kid won’t be exposed to inappropriate movies & TV shows. 
Sina G.

Sina G.

Discover the Magic of Movies About Child Development with Your Kid!

Watching these movies about child development with your kid can be a great way to spark conversations and to learn about life together.
Safes Content Team

Safes Content Team

11 Things You Can Do Now When Your Child Can’t Study 

Your kid that can’t seem to focus on school tasks? Read about what to do when your child can’t focus on studying. 
Mahsa Naseri

Mahsa Naseri

Schoolgirl typing on her phone with books around her

How to Block Your Child’s Phone From Interrupting Them 

A phone is a must-have. But children need to focus when studying if they are to succeed. Read about ways to block the phone from interrupting them. 
Safes Content Team

Safes Content Team

Woman having an X taped on her mouth and having a hamburger in her hand.

Teens’ Social Media and Eating Disorder Statistics are Scary

Eating disorders can be influenced by social media; the statistics are scary. We’ve put social media and eating disorder statistics together in this blog. 
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

hild sitting behind a desk and pointing at a computer screen.

Computer Safety Control Settings Parents Should Consider

Parents should consider computer safety control settings to not only keep their computer but also their child safe.
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

An American football player on a field, diving to catch an unusually big smartphone with social media on the screen

What I’ve Learned from Stories of Social Media Ruining Lives

Have you ever heard stories of social media ruining lives? And does social media really have the power to destroy our lives? Read this article to find out.
Mahsa V.

Mahsa V.

Schoolgirl with grumpy face holds books stack

12 Tips to Help Increase Your Child’s Focus While Studying

Does your child keep getting distracted when studying? Read our blog to find out about the 12 most important ways to help them focus on studying.
Tannaz T.

Tannaz T.

Girl holding an iPhone

How to Block an App From Being Downloaded on Your Child’s Phone

How to block a specific app from being downloaded is an important piece of information for parents today. Read on to see how. 
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Little boy smiling and wearing headphones with his hands on his headphone.

How to Put Parental Controls on Apple Music

Apple Music offers a lot of clean and explicit songs. To keep your child’s ears safe, we’re going to explain how to put parental controls on Apple Music.
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

What Can My Child Drink to Help Them Focus on Studying? — what to drink to focus on studying

4 Refreshing Drinks to Keep Your Child Focused on Studying

Give your kid a natural boost of energy & focus when studying. Learn what to drink to focus on studying and increase concentration levels.
Sina G.

Sina G.

Man holding a newspaper that reads “The Daily: Fake News”

3 Examples of Fake News That Went Viral on Social Media

Fake news on social media spreads like wildfire. Fact-checking is important since news outlets usually debunk news after the damage is already done.
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

A Step-By-Step Guide to Easily Change Parental Controls on Disney Plus

A Step-By-Step Guide to Easily Change Parental Controls on Disney Plus

Learn how to set up and change parental controls on Disney Plus to fit your child’s safety needs while watching their favourite shows.
Sina G.

Sina G.

Teenagers taking selfies

Things Teenagers Know That Parents Should Learn from Them

Sometimes we want the best for our teens but all we do ends up in a conflict. Here are some of the things that parents don’t understand about teens.
Tannaz T.

Tannaz T.

A smiling girl writing in a notebook with a laptop in front of her.

5 Smart Ways Parents Can Help Their Child Focus on Studying

Is your kid having a hard time concentrating on school? Use these 5 smart ways to help your child focus on their studies without getting distracted. 
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

How to Turn Off Your Child's Internet with Their IP Addresses. Turn Off Someone's Internet with Their IP Address

How to Turn Off Your Child’s Internet with Their IP Addresses

Keep your kid safe online by learning how to turn off someone’s internet with their IP address. Learn the best methods to protect your kid on the internet.
Sina G.

Sina G.

bored teenage girl studying

My Child Is Having Trouble Concentrating. Should I Be Worried?

Kids are curious creatures. But if they’re often so distracted it affects their education, it is worth taking a look at the causes and ways to fix it.
Safes Content Team

Safes Content Team

A child playing with a console

How to Put Parental Controls on Wii U

The parental controls on Wii U include a variety of features that can help keep your child’s gaming experience healthy and safe. Read on to find out more.
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Two students using their phone in a classroom

Social Media Safety Tips for Students

Social media has become the dominant form of communication for students. Each blessing has harm. Here are some social media safety tips for students. 
Tannaz T.

Tannaz T.

Teenager showing their phone to their parent

Teaching Social Media Responsibility to Teenagers

Somethings that many education systems are lacking is a class for teaching social media responsibility. How can parents teach it to kids?
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Can You Block a Device from WiFi Networks?

Can You Block a Device from WiFi Networks? | A Parental Guide

“Can you block a device from WiFi?” Of course, you can! Here, I’ve explained all the methods to block devices from WiFi networks.
Sina G.

Sina G.

A teenage boy sitting on the floor, upset about not getting any likes, comments, or follow requests on social media

Social Media Is More Harmful Than Beneficial for Our Mind

Is social media more harmful than beneficial for our mental & physical state? Read this article to find out about the pros & cons of using social media.
Mahsa V.

Mahsa V.

Child using phone at family dinner

Stay In Control of the Technology at Home with These Rules

Though phones, laptops, and gaming consoles exist in many homes, there aren’t enough rules. Read on to find out the proper rules for technology at home.
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Mother and daughter using iPad.

The Best Wi-Fi Routers You Can Buy for Parental Controls

Don’t want your kid to use the internet without boundaries? Let’s review the best Wi-Fi routers with parental controls.
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

Parent’s and baby’s hand on laptop.

How to Put Parental Controls on Your Computer

Whatever operating system you like to use on a daily, let’s read how to put parental controls on your computer.
Safes Content Team

Safes Content Team

Teacher holding a tablet in a classroom full of kids with one girl holding up her hand

How to Use Technology to Teach Students Properly

Many parents might be confused about the proper use of technology for students. Read on to find out how to use technology’s full potential for education.
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Two teenagers using gaming controllers

Tips for Dealing With Gamer’s Thumb in Young Children

Your child’s gaming sessions can easily get out of hand and lead to gamer’s thumb. Here, we discuss what you can do to prevent and treat it.
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Person reading News on smart-phone and laptop

Help High School Students Spot Fake News with These Lessons

Studies have shown that students can’t easily spot fake news. That is why it’s important to educate them on that matter. Read this article to find out how.
Tannaz T.

Tannaz T.

How to Turn off the internet on certain Devices in Your House

How to Turn off the Internet on Certain Devices in Your House

Let’s discuss how to turn off the internet on certain devices to stop kids from accessing inappropriate content or spending too much time online. 
Sina G.

Sina G.

Three teenagers using their electronic devices

The Negative Effects of the Internet on Child Development

The internet seems like one of the best inventions ever, but it is important to be aware of the negative effects of the internet on child development. 
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

A Parental Guide on How to Stop the Internet for One App

A Parental Guide on How to Stop the Internet for One App

Learn how to stop the internet for one app to protect your child from the risks of unmonitored internet. Different methods on phones & computers explained!
Sina G.

Sina G.

Mother looking at her phone in a café with her baby sitting on her lap

The Effects of Social Media on Parents and Parenting

The effects of social media on parents’ parenting styles are both positive and negative. How can we minimize the negative effects? 
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Solutions to Reduce the Negative Impact of Social Media on Youth

Solutions to Reduce the Negative Impact of Social Media on Youth

Wondering how you can reduce the negative impact of social media on youth? read this article to learn how to do your part.
Sina G.

Sina G.

Three devices connected to a Wi-Fi router

How to Put a Timer on Wi-Fi Router

An internet connection is not always wanted. Sometimes we might want to put a timer on the Wi-Fi router. Find out about ways to do that.
Tannaz T.

Tannaz T.

Two children lying on the floor using electronic devices

Consequences of Inappropriate Internet Use for Families

When used accordingly, the internet can have a lot of benefits. Users have to be conscious of the consequences of inappropriate internet use.
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

Ethernet cables connected to a router except for one

How to Turn off Ethernet Without Unplugging | Parental Guide

If your child is spending too much time on the internet, you might want to learn how to turn off Ethernet without unplugging.
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Boy and girl lying on the floor

5 Things Your Kid Should Not Post on Instagram

There are some things your kid should not post on Instagram. Here we discuss the five most important points their content shouldn’t contain.
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Obese woman eating a sandwich while taking a selfie

Negative Effects of Social Media on Physical Health 

Contrary to popular belief, the negative effects of social media on physical health are numerous. How can we counter these negative effects? 
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

How to Put Parental Controls on Xfinity TV 

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Alireza S.

Alireza S.

A picture of the Mandalorian, Thor, Simba, Elsa, and Iron Man with the logo of Disney Plus Hotstar

How to Put Parental Controls on Hotstar

Learn how to put parental controls on Hotstar to create a suitable space for your child and enjoy Bollywood.
Atena Ladchartabi

Atena Ladchartabi

Toddler with remote in hand watching television

Negative Effects of Television on Youth

Many people know too much television is bad but not everybody knows why. In fact, many parents aren’t aware of the negative effects of television on youth. 
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

How to Shut off the Internet at Night for Better Sleep at Home 

Read this article if you wonder how to shut off the internet at night to stop your kid & yourself from staying awake after bedtime surfing the internet. 
Sina G.

Sina G.

Eltern machen ein Selfie mit ihrem Baby in einem Park

4 Dangers of Posting Children’s Pictures on Social Media

Every time my mother’s friends come around to our house, she shows them pictures of me in a bathtub. Granted, I’m only one year old in that picture, but now that I’m older, I really don’t like people seeing that photo. I’m not the type to take a lot of
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Ein trauriges und nervöses Teenager-Mädchen, das sich auf die Lippe beißt, umgeben von Social-Media-Abneigungen und traurigen Emojis, die ihr Selbstwertgefühl senken

How Does Social Media Affect Teenagers’ Self-Esteem? 

If you feel like your teenager has been putting themselves down lately, and you suspect social media to be the reason behind it, you might just be right. Lack of self-esteem is a trait highly common among teenagers, as this is the age when kids start to become more self-aware
Mahsa V.

Mahsa V.

How Much Privacy Should a Teenager Have on the Internet?

Teenagers are “at that age.” What we mean by this statement is that they can act alien to us because they’re growing up. They’re picking up new skills and are seeing themselves as individuals in society. They’re growing wings and need space to fly from the nest. That space is
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

 al Issues Among Teenagers in the Age of the Internet

Social Issues Among Teenagers in the Age of the Internet

A problem becomes a social issue when it concerns a significant number of people in a society. Certain social issues are particular to teenagers. You might remember some of them from your own teenagehood. However, the times are a-changing; the emergence of the internet has solved several problems but created
Sina G.

Sina G.

Baby standing in front of a TV showing sports

How to Put Parental Controls on NOW TV

Streaming services have exposed families to a sea of content and they’re proud of this. Each streaming service has its own programs, deals, and Christmas offers. But in the end, almost all of them offer various programs with different age ratings. NOW offers not only a streaming service that includes
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

5 مصادر تكنولوجية تضع طفلك على طريق البلوغ

5 Tech Resources to Help Kids Navigate Puberty

With pornography and adult content rampant on the internet and easily accessible via phones, tablets, and computers, for some parents, the digital world is the last place they refer to for sex education resources for their kids. Technology does have some dark corners, but it also casts light on many of parents
Sina G.

Sina G.

Is Gacha Life safe for kids

Gacha Life Parents Guide: Is Gacha Life Safe for Kids?

As an adult male who plays a lot of games, I didn’t think I’d one day play a game like Gacha Life. I tried to look at the game from a parental control viewpoint and not from a gaming perspective. The idea behind Gacha Life is customizing avatars and everything
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

An African family of three (mother, father, & daughter) eating popcorn and watching a program on GOtv, shocked by the inappropriate content

How to Put Parental Controls on GOtv

If you’re one of the many subscribers of GOtv in sub-Saharan Africa who also happens to have a child at home, you must be wondering how to put parental controls on GOtv. This digital television platform features various types of channels and programs for all age groups, so naturally, some
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

a couple sitting on the couch and wondering how to put parental control on TCL TV

How to Put Parental Control on TCL TV

The inevitable fact is that TVs have become a large part of our lives. This applies not only to parents but to children too. The TVs most of us own and use are usually one of the major TV brands, such as Sony, Amazon, Samsung, Hisense, and TCL. This article
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

A young woman in an orange outfit, holding her smartphone screen with the Reddit logo up to the camera, wondering if Reddit is safe for her kids

Is Reddit Safe for Kids?

If your child is finally old enough to join social media, then it won’t come as a surprise for you to wonder whether it’s okay for them to be on Reddit or not; especially as Reddit is the 8th most used social media platform in the United States. 21% of Reddit users
Mahsa V.

Mahsa V.

Father and son playing Xbox with popcorn in front of them

How to Put Parental Controls on Xbox

Often, parents have a hard time finding parental controls on the device their kid are using. Sometimes after an hour or so of searching, they find out that there aren’t any parental controls at all. Even though there’s a huge console war going on in the world, nobody can say
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Best Science Apps for Elementary Schoolers

16 Educational Apps and Sites for Elementary Schoolers in 2023 

Although mobiles and computers have proven to be fabulous tools to entertain kids, they can do more than that. In fact, kids can use apps and sites to learn while being entertained. Here, you can find a list of educational apps and sites for elementary schoolers. We update this list
Sina G.

Sina G.

A book with silhouette of a kid and a tree sticking out

How to Put Parental Control on Kindle 

Every generation gets all the more familiar with easier ways of stimulating their senses. Kids nowadays can play immersive games, watch animated movies and shows, and even play in a virtual reality without the need to read. But this hasn’t removed the need for reading altogether, rather it’s only changed
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Is YouTube Shorts safe for kids

Is YouTube Shorts Safe for Kids? 

Ever since TikTok started becoming trendy because of its format (short videos that play immediately one after another), other platforms started incorporating the same format to keep up with the trend. YouTube is one of those platforms, and its new TikTok-like feature is called YouTube Shorts. This new feature allows
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

Cover of the storybooks about internat safety

Best Children’s Books About Internet Safety

Although times have radically changed, the love of human beings for stories has not. Since the emergence of language, human beings have continuously been fascinated by storytelling. From adults to little children, everybody loves a good story. Experts believe that children learn things much better when they’re presented in the form of
Mahsa V.

Mahsa V.

An angry frustrated father yelling into a megaphone at his unconcerned teenage son wearing headphones and using his tablet

How Effective Are Parental Control Apps?

Even though parents have increasingly been using parental controls in recent years, rates of children getting harmed by their use of digital devices don’t seem to be decreasing. Statistics from a study conducted in 2019 indicate that more than 23% of children and young people are harmed by smartphone use.
Mahsa V.

Mahsa V.

how can I control my child’s social media usage

How Can I Control My Child’s Social Media Usage?

The popularity of social media is ever clearer now, and it worries parents to some extent. Ever since the rise in social media’s popularity in 2014, it has gotten a big part of our lives. We, and our children, use social media to communicate with our friends, find new ones,
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

The New Safes Kids is now available on iOS (v1.0)

As a Safes user, you get new and improved Safes Kids features regularly. Take a look below to see what’s new for you today: 
Safes announcements

Safes announcements

a lady is smiling and using her magnifying glass to look for ways to provide a safe image search for kids

How to Make Image Search Safe for Kids?

The internet is full of information in three forms—Video, photo, and text. Although this information is mostly safe for kids, some inappropriate content could slip through. Now, if kids are exposed to inappropriate content, not only will it damage their mental health, but it could go against their upbringing too.
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

father and daughter playing a video game

Is Uncharted Safe for Kids? 

The widely known and popular game, Uncharted, follows the story of Nathan Drake, the protagonist, and his wife, Elena. Almost every teenager back in 2016 played this game on their PlayStation 4, with some players even getting its platinum trophy. Uncharted has a great plot and exciting gunfights. While this
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

Little boy using a VR headset and holding his hand like a gun

How to Make Virtual Reality Safe for Kids?

Virtual reality is a growing field of technology and it’s practically on steroids. In fact, you’ve most probably heard of it, seen a VR headset, or have one at home. If you have children, the question “is virtual reality safe for kids,” might worry you sick. The good news is
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

image of a father who is trying to control the use of social media from his son

How to Control Your Child’s Social Media Access?

Ever since the need for the Internet became common, even among children, parenting has become more challenging than it used to be. Children and teenagers are easily attracted to social media, video games, and other apps, which might adversely affect their physical and mental health if misused. For this reason,
Sina G.

Sina G.

Ist Tumblr sicher für Kinder?

Is Tumblr Safe for Kids? What Parents Should Know

Although Tumblr has recently lost some popularity, it is still trendy among teens. However, after Tumblr announced it won’t block mature content shared by users on this platform anymore, many parents wondered, “is Tumblr safe for kids?” Here we’ll discuss what makes Tumblr stand out among social media and blogging
Sina G.

Sina G.

Image of a masked man looking at the camera while typing on a laptop

The Ultimate Parental Guide on How to Teach Kids About Scams

Webster’s dictionary defines the word “scam” as “a fraudulent or deceptive act or operation.” With that definition, it’s safe to say that most of us have been scammed at least once in our lives. A few of us may have even scammed others (hopefully not). There are so many ways
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Caucasian girl using her phone with her mom installing the best porn blocker for Android

Best Porn Blocker for Android phones

With the rise in popularity and use of phones, tablets, and laptops, access to the unfiltered internet has become easier than ever. This access is potentially harmful for children as they’re likely to come across pornographic videos or images. The unwanted exposure of children to pornographic content is extremely harmful
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

a couple are sitting on their couch and learning how to put parental controls on Nintendo before playing 

How to Put Parental Controls on Nintendo Switch

In a world of Xbox Ones and Play Station 5s, be the Nintendo Switch that kids have always wanted. The consoles and devices we use for gaming are, more often than not, safe for kids unless the game is too violent or has explicit language. Even these games have ratings
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

Little boy using a phone while sitting on the stairs with his hand holding his head

What Apps Should Kids Not Have?

The internet isn’t a kind place. You’d think most people know that by now. Yet we still get hurt when we read a nasty comment, angry when we get into an online fight, and scared after we’ve given out personal information to someone who’s no longer responding. If we, as
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Father and child play PS5 together

How to Put Parental Controls on PS5

The PlayStation 5 (PS5) is the latest entry in a long-running series of successful gaming consoles made by Sony. The PS5 doesn’t have a certain age restriction itself, instead it serves as a platform for various content. Each of the games and apps on the PS5 have their own ESRB
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

kids using Zgemma

How to Put Parental Controls on Zgemma

It’s no secret that TV programs have decreased in popularity over the past few years. Due to the higher quality, convenience, and show variety of streaming services like Netflix and Hulu, many have lost interest in cable or satellite TV. This loss of interest may have led to lower product
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

Eltern halten Laptop, während sie versuchen, das Telefon ihres Kindes auf einem Sofa zu sehen

How Do Kids Hide TikTok?

You might have heard of TikTok when your kids are talking to their peers. You might have seen the content on it. You even might have made a video or two with your child. You might have thought, “Is there a way to child-proof TikTok?” and then remembered that your
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

two kids who have smartphones and using Uber

Is Uber Safe for Kids?

Using ride-sharing apps such as Uber has become very popular among parents whether they want to pick up their kids from school or kindergarten. One of the parents’ most important concerns is their children’s safety while using apps like Uber. When it comes to using Uber with kids, parents may
Kimia D.

Kimia D.

woman holding a TV remote and holding up her hand

How to Put Parental Controls on Netflix

Most shows on TV and streaming services have age-inappropriate content that kids shouldn’t watch. This causes major concerns for many parents because their parental duty is to keep their kids safe from inappropriate content. The reason is exposure to inappropriate content at a young age can have lifelong effects on
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

Eltern und ihre Kinder schauen auf ihre Laptops und fragen sich, wie die Medien für Kinder sicher sind

Is the Media Safe for Kids?

“Media” refers to the means of mass communication of news. These means are divided into three different categories: broadcast media, print media, and the internet. Through these means, we can get updates on local or global news and keep in touch with world politics. Although we, as adults, might enjoy
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

What Apps Do Kids Hide from Parents?

What Apps Do Kids Hide from Parents?

There are many reasons for children to hide the apps they use from their parents. Sometimes they are up to mischievous activities on regular apps such as social media and messaging apps. Sometimes they use apps which are inappropriate for their ages. At other times they hide apps that hide
Sina G.

Sina G.

A smiling woman holding an internet router and cables, trying to set up Sky WiFi, with a ban sign indicating parental controls

How to Put Parental Controls on Sky WiFi

Have you ever wished your home WiFi weren’t so boundless, so you wouldn’t have to constantly monitor every single one of your child’s moves on the internet? Well, if you have, we are here to help turn your wish into reality. The good news is most broadband providers, including Sky
Mahsa V.

Mahsa V.

Boy in a white shirt is working with his laptop after his parents learned how to block websites on Firefox 

How to Block Websites on Firefox

Firefox entered the market in 2002 and immediately became one of the most used browsers worldwide. It functions as any other web browser — it gives you access to the vast sea of information on the internet. This unlimited access is great for adults but not for children; not at
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

A woman holding a ban sign in her hand, wondering how to restrict apps on her child’s iPhone

How to Restrict Certain Apps on iPhone

Does this sound familiar? Your child spends hour after hour on their iPhone, and when you ask them to put it away, they either openly refuse to do it or find sneakier ways to keep using their phone. You might walk into a room where they’ve been spending time by
Mahsa V.

Mahsa V.

the logo of the Clash Royale game with the question, "Is Clash Royale safe for kids?" beneath it 

Is Clash Royale Safe for Kids?

Playing games online can keep kids busy on their phones and fill up their spare time. However, this can make your child addicted to their screen or have adverse effects on their mental health. Clash Royale was at its most popular in 2017 and has declined in popularity since then
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

تعرض الطفل للتنمر الإلكتروني - ماذا تفعل عندما يتعرض طفلك للتنمر الإلكتروني؟

What to Do When Your Child Is Cyberbullied?

Cyberbullying is virtual attacks using the internet and smart devices such as phones and computers to hurt someone psychologically. While most people are familiar with the signs and effects of bullying and how to help the victims, cyberbullying is a relatively new and, therefore, less known phenomenon. Children are cyberbullied more often
Sina G.

Sina G.

a mother shocked after having learned how to listen to her child’s phone calls

How Can I Listen to My Child’s Phone Calls?

You might be thinking your child has a stalker or is in contact with a predator but doesn’t know it. Your child might also be getting bullied or harassed on the phone. These are all valid reasons to want to listen to your child’s phone calls, but you have to
Alireza S.

Alireza S.

A mother needs to know how many types of parental controls there are to keep her child safe

How Many Types of Parental Control Are There?

In recent years, the demand for parental control settings has increased, such that many app developers have started to integrate such settings into their products. The increase in demand is directly related to the increased availability of the internet. Nowadays, children can easily access the web from a range of
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

Child using a VR headset holding a table tennis pad with a ball coming toward him

How to Put Parental Control on Oculus (Meta Quest)

It seems like virtual reality is creeping up on us as a civilization every day that passes. VR headsets like Meta’s Oculus are getting more and more sophisticated. With all the opportunities that these headsets grant us, they can easily become a headache for parents. Parental controls are still missing
Mohammad Z.

Mohammad Z.

How to Put Parental Controls on Google Search

Is your child finally ready to use a computer? Or are you gifting them their very first smartphone? Then it’s highly likely that you’re wondering what they’re going to encounter on the internet. In fact, our guess is that google.com is probably the first place your child is going to
Mahsa V.

Mahsa V.

a parent trying to put parental control on LG TV

How to Put Parental Control on LG TV

LG Smart TVs offer unlimited access to the internet, and parents will inevitably want to put parental controls on their TVs. The main reason parents want to implement parental controls is the risk of exposure to age-inappropriate media. Children’s brains are just beginning to develop and they mustn’t watch TV
Reza Ardani

Reza Ardani

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