A parent’s guide to smartphone security
Smartphones are kids’ trusty companions both in- and outside the classroom, and as they return to their desks, we’ve prepared some handy tips on how to keep their devices secure.
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5 common scams targeting teens – and how to stay safe
From knock-off designer products to too-good-to-be-true job offers, here are five common schemes fraudsters use to trick teenagers out of their money and sensitive data
Fantastic passwords and where your children can find them
How witches, wizards and superheroes can help your kids stay safe from cyber-villains, plus other parenting hacks to encourage your children to use secure passwords
How ESET’s work on SafetyNet® helps protect children online
For over a decade, ESET and the San Diego Police Foundation have been working together to help keep children safe from online threats
Safeguarding children against cyberbullying in the age of COVID‑19
As screen time has increased, so has the risk of cyberbullying. What you can do to help protect your children from online harassment?
Data Privacy Day: Top tips for safe remote learning
As schools and students continue to contend with the very real cyber-risks of virtual classrooms, we share some advice for protecting children’s data and privacy
What’s your attitude to parental controls?
Nobody said parenting was easy, but in the digital age it comes with a whole slew of new challenges. How do parents view the role of parental monitoring in children's online safety?
Smart tech gifts: How to keep your kids and family safe
Cyberthreats can take the fun out of connected gadgets – here's how to make sure your children enjoy the tech without putting themselves or their family at risk
Child abductors may use social media to lure victims, FBI warns
School closings and more screen time can ultimately put children at an increased risk of being kidnapped by strangers they met online
TikTok Family Pairing: Curate your children’s content and more
With TikTok being all the rage especially with teens, we look at a feature that gives parents greater control over how their children interact with the app
Raising children in the social media limelight? Pause before you post
How (over)sharing your children’s triumphs and antics with the world may impact their immediate and distant future – and how to reduce the risks of ‘sharenting’
3 things to discuss with your kids before they join social media
What are some of the key things your children should know about before they make their first foray into social media?
The best social networks for younger children
If you're looking to introduce your child to social networks and want peace of mind, look no further. Here are some of the most popular and secure sites.
The pitfalls of being an influencer: What parents should know and do
Does your child dream of becoming a YouTube or Instagram celebrity? The influencer lifestyle is not as picture-perfect as it may seem.
Cyberbullying: How is it different from face‑to‑face bullying?
The digital age has added a whole new dimension to hurtful behavior, and we look at some of the key features that set in-person and online bullying apart
Digital addiction: How to get your children off their screens
What are some of the common signs that your children may be screen addicts and what can you do to limit their screen time?
Facebook now lets parents monitor their children’s chats
The feature is part of expanded parental controls on the Messenger Kids app aimed at children under 13
How to spot if your child is a victim of cyberbullying
What are some of the most common warning signs that your child is experiencing online harassment?
Safe downloading habits: What to teach your kids
Even if you are careful about what you download, chances are your children will be less cautious. Here’s how you can help them – and your entire family – stay safe.
Cyberbullying: What schools and teachers can do
How schools and educators can address and help prevent abusive behavior on the internet