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Your child’s phone has a safety blind spot. Here’s what parents can do about it
SafetyMode says its free Android app can filter content, block sites and set screen-time schedules as families seek help before new restrictions begin.
- The Government announced an under-16 ban, with restrictions expected to take effect in 2027, outlining wider protections for children online.
- Children can encounter upsetting content in messages, games, and videos, as well as on social media; while The Government works on new restrictions, parents can check settings available today and agree on boundaries.
- SafetyMode, developed in partnership with Mumsnet, offers a parental control app for Android devices; the basic version is free, while SafetyMode Plus costs £5.99 a month.
- Agreeing on boundaries helps children feel able to speak up when something online worries them, avoiding conversations that begin and end with "I'm taking your phone away."
- SafetyMode released a free guide for parents covering seven areas of concern including bullying and scams, with practical steps for families with Android phones whether children are getting their first device or have had one for years.
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