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Help children learn the skills to recognise, react to and resolve scams online.

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Get advice by age to help children take action against scams with the Recognise, React and Resolve guides.

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How we support children’s online safety

Find information and safety settings for your child’s devices and apps, along with guidance to tackle online issues they may face.

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Activate parental controls

Use the controls and tools available from broadband providers, online platforms and apps to install safe search settings, block inappropriate content and prevent contact from strangers.

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Balance screen time

Agree a good balance for your children’s screen time, taking education and leisure content into account. Encourage active screen time over passive and consider setting limits for the total hours spent online each day.

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Check and chat

Check which apps your children use and the relevant age limits for each platform. And talk regularly about online safety and what they might come across so you can work together to manage any risks and keep online experiences positive.

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Short read 19th February 2025

Young people’s digital relationships: AI bots and characters

Cath Knibbs shares insight into young people's growing relationships with AI bots and companions.
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Medium read 6th February 2025

How one family embraces Instagram Teen Accounts

Mum of two, Zoe, shares her experience of Instagram teen accounts.
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Short read 5th February 2025

November 2024 tracker survey

Explore the insights from our November 2024 tracker survey which looks at children's digital use and experiences.
Press release
Short read 15th January 2025

Internet Matters welcomes Andrew Puddephatt as new Chair

Internet Matters is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Puddephatt OBE as its new Chair.
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Short read 3rd January 2025

Over half of parents see the New Year as a chance to reset their family’s digital habits

Internet Matters recommends digital resolutions for parents to adopt in 2025 to keep children safe online.

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Children’s experiences online are unique and constantly changing. So, it can be hard to keep up. Here’s how we can help.

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