These resources will support you to talk to your child about a range of online safety issues, set up home filtering in a child-friendly way and set up age-appropriate parental controls on digital devices:
CEOPThinkuknow by the National Crime Agency - Child Exploitation and Online Protection command (NCA-CEOP) - resources for parents and carers and children of all ages to help keep children safe online
GamingMany children will be spending time gaming online over the summer holidays. This article explores the different elements of gaming with a particular focus on how it can be used by offenders, but focusing on what parents can do to support their child while gaming.
Sharing digital imagesLots of parents love sharing photos of their children with friends and family, particularly when they are on holiday or starting the new school year. A recent report found that 42% of young people reported that their parents had done this without asking their permission. This article helps parents to protect their child while staying social.
Keeping under 5s safe onlineWhether it's watching videos, playing games on their devices or talking to Alexa - today's under 5s are spending more time online. This article looks at the benefits of children accessing the internet, and shares advice about how parents can make sure their child has a safe experience online.
Using parental controlsParental controls are a great tool for helping to protect children but should not replace open and honest conversations with children about their life online. Read these tips on how to use parental controls effectively.
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