Digital Security 101

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Family Safety

Child Identity Theft: How To Keep Kids Safe

The number of child identity theft victims has increased over 150% in recent years — but you can keep your kids safe by knowing the common warning signs.

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March 31, 2025
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Family Safety

Canopy vs Bark: How To Choose Which One Is Best For You

Canopy and Bark block adult content and send alerts of online threats against your children — but reviewers question if they live up to their promises.

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March 27, 2025
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Family Safety

Aura vs. Bark: How To Choose the Best Parental Control App

Aura vs. Bark is a hot debate — which is the best parental controls app to keep your kids safe online? It’s time to find out.

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February 11, 2025
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Family Safety

The Best Apps For Controlling Kids’ Screen Time Right Now

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.

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January 15, 2025
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Family Safety

New Data: Many Parents Unaware of the Apps Kids Are Using

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.

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June 17, 2024
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Family Safety

Is BeReal Safe For Kids? What Parents Need To Know

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.

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June 13, 2024
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Family Safety

What Is Saturn App? How To Know If It's Safe For Your Kids

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.

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June 13, 2024
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Family Safety

Should Kids Play Video Games? 10 Strategies for Safer Gaming

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

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May 8, 2024

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