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Which messaging app is safest for your child: iMessage, WhatsApp, or Snapchat? We compare their safety features so you can make the best choice for your teen.
April 25, 2025
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How can parents monitor their child’s text messages on iPhone? Here’s what parents should know and how to have the conversation with your child.
February 05, 2025

What are the best parental control apps to monitor a teenager’s iPhone? We break down a few popular choices.
January 23, 2025

Can my child turn off Screen Time on Apple? If your child is hacking their Screen Time limits, here’s what to do.
May 20, 2024

Do you know what your child is really texting? We break down the popular emojis and slang parents should know.
May 02, 2024
Experts recommend that you monitor your child’s device use. These guides will help you keep your child safer online and walk you through parental controls on popular apps and devices.

Want to know how to put parental controls on Google and set up Google Family Link? This guide walks you through Google’s parental controls, their limitations, and how to fill in the gaps.
March 10, 2025

Snapchat and Instagram are two of the most popular social media platforms for kids, but which one is safer? Learn about their risks, protections, and parental controls.
February 14, 2025

Worried about what goes on in your child’s Instagram DMs? Here’s how to monitor Instagram direct messages safely and effectively.
December 30, 2024

Find out why BrightCanary is the best parental monitoring app for iPhone. Safe, effective, and easy-to-use parental controls tailored for Apple devices.
December 16, 2024
Parenting is different in the digital age. Learn about the risks your child may face online, what to do to keep your child safe, how to talk to your child about internet safety, and more.

WhatsApp is popular with teens, but it poses serious safety risks. Learn how the app works, why it’s not ideal for kids, and how parents can help them stay safe.
April 21, 2025

Group texts can get messy. Here's how to remove your child from a group chat on iPhone or Android — and what to say to support them when social drama strikes.
April 17, 2025

Andrew Tate is mostly known for his misogynistic social media presence. This guide for parents explains why he appeals to kids, what the risks are, and how to talk to your child about his influence.
April 04, 2025

Teens are accessing porn in surprising places — from X to Spotify. Learn how teens find porn online and what parents can do to protect them.
April 03, 2025
News, research, and trends parents should know for the digital age.

This week in Parent Pixels: An overwhelming majority (88%) of teens own an iPhone. What social platforms are teens using today? Here’s what parents should know.
April 23, 2025

Worried about your teen's experience online? These five safe online communities give teens a place to connect, express themselves, and find support — without the risks of mainstream social media.
April 15, 2025

Social media is nearly unavoidable for teens today — and it's linked to rising rates of anxiety, depression, and more. Here’s what the research says about the impact of social media on teen mental health, and how parents can reduce the risks.
April 11, 2025

This week in Parent Pixels: Smartphones might help improve mental health and social well-being — as long as your kid isn’t also using social media, according to a new study.
April 09, 2025
BrightCanary monitoring gives parents the visibility they need on the platforms their kids use. These guides will help you customize BrightCanary to fit your needs.

BrightCanary is the best app for parents to monitor text messages on iPhone. Get started with text message summaries, AI-powered insights, and more.
March 19, 2025

AI can help you brainstorm conversation-starters and broach difficult subjects with your child. Here’s how to use it.
January 07, 2025

Ready to start monitoring your child’s Google and YouTube account with BrightCanary? Here’s everything you need to know about setup.
December 12, 2024

BrightCanary's new AI feature summarizes text messages, detects concerning content, and coaches you through parent-child talks. Hear from co-founder Steve Dossick about how the new feature works.
August 16, 2024
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