Digital Security 101

Basic screen time limiting apps can help parents take control of how their children use digital devices — but the best apps do even more to keep your kids safe.

46% of parents feel highly confident about what apps their children use. Aura’s own data says otherwise. Read the new 2024 State of the Youth Report.

Despite its approach of prioritizing authenticity over sharing, BeReal has some privacy risks that might make you think twice about letting your kids use it.

While Saturn App is a popular calendar app for high school students, it has also come under attack by parents and school boards over privacy concerns.

Research shows that video games can have both positive and negative effects on children — depending on how, when, and what games they play.

Snapchat is one of the most popular social media apps for teens — but some features can make your child vulnerable to predators and other online threats.

Whether you’re trying to control your child’s screen time or your own, setting time limits can be a powerful tool — if you know how to do it properly.

Parental control apps like Canopy and Bark can block adult content, giving parents a sense of safety — but do these apps do enough to keep kids safe online?