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

The 10 Best Parental Control Apps for iPhones Right Now

Children face more online threats than ever. Learn about 10 of the best parental control apps for iPhones and how to choose which one is right for you.

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January 4, 2024
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Family Safety

How Do Parental Controls Work? Setting Up Devices at Home

Content filtering, screen time limits, and internet usage all fall under the parental controls umbrella. Here’s how to set these up across devices.

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December 7, 2023
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Family Safety

TikTok Parental Controls: An Updated Guide for Parents

TikTok parental controls or Digital Wellbeing tools can manage screen time and content for kids. Turn on these features using this step-by-step guide.

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December 7, 2023
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Family Safety

When Should Kids Get Their First Phones?

Deciding when to give your child their first phone will depend on their maturity level, situation, and trust level. Here’s how to know if they’re ready.

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December 6, 2023
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Family Safety

How To Protect Your Child From Identity Theft in 2024

Children are often more attractive targets for identity thieves and criminals. Learn how child identity theft happens and how to protect your kids.

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December 4, 2023
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Family Safety

The Effects of Cyberbullying (And How To Protect Your Children)

The effects of cyberbullying can be hard to spot. But it’s crucial that parents know the warning signs to keep their kids safe online.

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November 3, 2023

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