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Kids are spending more time on technology these days, especially during school breaks when they have more free time. While the internet can be a fun place, it also has its dangers. As a parent or caregiver, you\u2019ll want your kids to surf the web safely. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together a few internet safety tips for parents.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Setting up SafeSearch and parental controls<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

SafeSearch options and parental controls are a quick and easy way to ensure your kids aren\u2019t accessing explicit materials. Google makes it simple to set up SafeSearch on any web device or browser. Additionally, you can easily configure parental controls on your kids\u2019 devices and even some routers!

To enable SafeSearch on Google, simply head to the Google homepage, click your Google profile image<\/strong> which should be located to the right of your window next to the Google Apps icon. After that, scroll down and click SafeSearch<\/strong> then choose whether you want to filter or blur explicit content.<\/strong>   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can also set up parental controls on your child\u2019s smartphone. For Android, you\u2019ll find parental controls in the Google Play Store app. Once you\u2019re in the Google Play Store app, go to Settings > Family > Parental controls<\/strong> and then turn it on<\/strong>. You\u2019ll then be able to select restrictions for each kind of content.

For iPhone, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions<\/strong> then slide the toggle across to enable.<\/strong> Now you can go through and set-up restrictions for content and privacy.

Finally, you may also be able to use your router to set up Parental Controls. For example, TP-Link Decos<\/a> have a parental control feature so you can create profiles for each person in the house. After that you can set up filters such as blocking certain websites, or certain content types!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Setting online and screen time limits <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just like kids, many of us love to relax by browsing online, playing computer games, and catching up with friends over social media. However, there can be too much of a good thing.

When considering internet safety for kids, setting up screen time limits on their devices is an excellent way to enforce rules and boundaries. Requiring no extra effort on your part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On iPhone, go to Settings > Screen Time<\/strong> then go through and customise your child\u2019s usage limits. <\/strong>You might worry that your child could easily change these settings. However, with Screen Time, you can lock your settings. Just tap Lock Screen Time Settings<\/strong> then set up a passcode<\/strong> that your child won\u2019t know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Android, go to Settings<\/strong> > Digital Wellbeing and parental controls<\/strong> > App timers<\/strong>. Select the apps you\u2019d like to set limits for, then tap<\/strong> Set timer<\/strong>. Choose the days of the week and how long you\u2019d like the timer to be active. After that, return to the Digital Wellbeing page, tap the three dots at the top right of the screen, select Settings<\/strong>, and tap Set PIN<\/strong> to ensure your kids can\u2019t change their Screen Time settings!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Have a conversation about identifying and managing scams and inappropriate content<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, no matter how many internet safety measures you take, the internet is vast, and your child will inevitably encounter malicious scams and inappropriate content at some point. Therefore, it’s important that your kids are prepared.

Some basic internet safety for kids include\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n