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How to Use Spotify Parental Controls

February 22 2024

How do you set Spotify parental controls? Learn how to use Spotify Kids and ways to prevent your kids from accessing explicit content.

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Is Hazbin Hotel for Kids?

September 17 2024

So, your child is interested in the show Hazbin Hotel. This animated series has…

Why Parents Should Be Concerned About Snapstreaks

September 13 2024

If your child uses Snapchat, you’ve probably heard of the social clout Snapstreaks can…

New U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory Says Parental Stress Is a Public Health Issue

September 11 2024

Welcome to Parent Pixels, a parenting newsletter filled with practical advice, news, and resources to…

Best Text Message Monitoring Apps for iPhone: 2024 Review

September 9 2024

Monitor your child’s iPhone text messages with these top-rated apps. BrightCanary leads the pack…

How to Block a YouTube Channel for Your Child’s Safety

September 5 2024

If your child uses YouTube, they may encounter inappropriate videos or entire channels. Wondering…

Is Snapchat Better Than Texting or Social Platforms? How Kids Use Snapchat

September 3 2024

Is Snapchat better than texting for kids? Snapchat can be risky for kids because…

What to Do If You Think Your Child Is Being Groomed

August 30 2024

What are the signs of grooming, and what should you do if your child…

Will Phones Be Banned in Schools?

August 28 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: More school districts are moving forward with cell phone…

Navigating Teenage Loneliness: How to Help Your Teen Make Friends

August 26 2024

Learn how to help your teenager make friends with these practical tips, and discover…

Is A Court of Thorns and Roses for Kids?

August 22 2024

A Court of Thorns and Roses is the first volume in an ongoing and…

New Report From Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force Sets the Bar for Child Online Safety

August 20 2024

What can tech companies do to keep kids safe online? Discover key recommendations from…

AI-Powered Insights: BrightCanary Enhances Text Monitoring for Parents

August 16 2024

BrightCanary's new AI feature summarizes text messages, detects concerning content, and coaches you through…

Google, Meta, TikTok Break the Rules With Children’s Data

August 14 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: Google allegedly broke its own rules to advertise to…

What Parents Should Know About Disabling Private Browsing

August 12 2024

Are you worried about what your child might see in their incognito tab? Find…

How to Identify Parental Control App Scams

August 8 2024

Are you worried about parental control scams on iPhone or Android? Here are red…

What Happens If a Child Sends Inappropriate Pictures?

August 6 2024

Sending explicit images can have serious consequences for kids. Find out what happens if…

What Websites Should I Block for My Child?

August 2 2024

If your kiddo is starting to browse the internet on their own, you might…

Child Online Safety Bill Hits Major Milestone. What Happens Next?

July 31 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: The Kids Online Safety Act passed the Senate, but…

Texting rules help your child learn how to text safely and responsibly. Save these…

Are Tablets Harming Your Child’s Emotional Growth?

July 17 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: New research shows using digital devices to calm kids…

What to Do When Your Child Changes Their Password Without Letting You Know

July 15 2024

So, your child changed their password without giving you the heads-up. Should you be…

These Popular Parental Control Apps Are Actually Really Easy to Delete

July 11 2024

Parental control apps can help keep your child safe, but only if they work.…

What App Lets You Read Your Child’s Text Messages?

July 9 2024

If your child is starting to text on their own, you'll want to take…

What I Wish I’d Known About Reading My Child’s Text Messages

July 5 2024

As a parent, I learned a lot about navigating the digital world with my…

You’re Influencing Your Child’s Phone Habits More Than You Realize

July 3 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: If you want your child to put down their…

Is Stranger Things for Kids?

July 1 2024

Is Stranger Things for kids? We break down this popular Netflix show, including the…

Best “Dumb Phones” for Kids

June 26 2024

If you want to give your child a phone but don’t want the risks…

Spending Time With Family: 8 Tips for Quality Time

June 24 2024

Looking for new ideas for spending time with family? We’ve got you covered with…

How Does Apple Screen Time Work? An Honest Guide to Apple Screen Time

June 21 2024

How does Apple Screen Time work, and how can parents use it to set…

Is Social Media as Bad as Cigarettes and Alcohol?

June 19 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: What if the next time your child signs up…

BrightCanary Now Free for School Teachers, Counselors, and Mental Health Professionals

June 17 2024

We’re in the middle of a youth mental health crisis. To support those on…

What Is Digital Literacy? How to Teach Kids to Check Their Sources Online

June 14 2024

What is digital literacy? The term refers to the skills we need to navigate…

How Can I See My Child’s Deleted Texts on iPhone?

June 12 2024

How can I see my child’s deleted texts on iPhone? If you’re curious, there’s…

What Is Smishing? How to Talk to Your Kid About Smishing

June 10 2024

You may have heard of phishing, but what is smishing? This scam happens over…

What Parents Should Know about Texting Their Teens: 7 Tips for Getting It Right

June 7 2024

What should parents know about texting their teens? Turns out, teens have their own…

Is Your Phone Ruining Your Bond With Your Kid?

June 5 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: New research highlights the complex relationship between social media…

Reading Texts: A Guide for Parents of 12-, 13-, and 14-Year-Olds

June 3 2024

You supervise your kid in the real world. But should you read their texts,…

What Age Should You Stop Checking Your Child’s Phone?

May 31 2024

Checking your child’s phone makes sense when they’re younger, but what happens as they…

Why Should Parents Monitor Their Children’s Phones?

May 29 2024

Should parents monitor their children’s phones? Is it an invasion of privacy, or part…

What Is an iPad Kid?

May 27 2024

What is an iPad kid, and should parents of young children be worried? Here’s…

How to Manage Digital Parenting Rules With Your Co-Parent

May 24 2024

How do you manage co-parenting and cell phones? If your child splits their time…

The Right Rules to Prevent Device Addiction in Kids

May 22 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: Want to help your child build healthy tech habits?…

What to Do When Your Kid Hacks Their Screen Time Limits

May 20 2024

Can my child turn off Screen Time on Apple? If your child is hacking…

Setting Boundaries: How to Create a Family Texting Contract

May 17 2024

Do you have a family texting contract? This agreement can help set expectations about…

Is Among Us Safe for Kids?

May 15 2024

Is Among Us safe for kids? We break down what parents should know about…

How to Use Check-ins to Talk to Your Child About Online Safety

May 14 2024

Wondering how to talk to your child about online safety? We recommend having regular…

Pros and Cons of Taking Your Child’s Phone Away

May 9 2024

What are the pros and cons of taking your child’s phone away? Here’s what…

What Are Lawmakers Doing to Protect Kids Online?

May 8 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: we break down notable online safety laws and the…

What to Do If Your Child Is Concealing Their Text Messages

May 7 2024

How do kids hide texts? From iMessage settings to renaming contacts, kids have crafty…

Understanding Slang and Secret Codes in Your Child’s Texts

May 2 2024

Do you know what your child is really texting? We break down the popular…

9 Mistakes Parents Make With Text Message Monitoring

April 30 2024

If you read your child’s text messages, make sure you’re not making these mistakes.…

Is Reddit Safe for Kids?

April 25 2024

Will Your Child’s TikTok Get Banned?

April 24 2024

The House officially passed a measure requiring TikTok’s sale or ban. What happens next?…

Pros and Cons of Parents Monitoring Social Media

April 23 2024

What are the pros and cons of parents monitoring social media? Here’s what experts…

Nintendo Switch Parental Controls: Is Nintendo Switch Safe for Kids?

April 18 2024

Do you use Nintendo Switch parental controls on your child’s device? We break down…

Signs of Porn Addiction in Teens

April 16 2024

Worried about teens addicted to porn? It’s a real concern in the modern age.…

When Apple Screen Time Isn’t Enough: Parental Monitoring Tips and Tricks

April 11 2024

Is Apple Screen Time not working out for your family? Save these troubleshooting tips…

Teens Using Social Media to Self-Diagnose Mental Health Issues

April 10 2024

A slight majority (55%) of students use social media to self-diagnose mental health conditions,…

Flip Phone for Kids: Which Phone Is Best for Your Child?

April 9 2024

Thinking about getting a flip phone for kids? We break down pros and cons,…

Is Bob’s Burgers for Kids?

April 4 2024

Is Bob’s Burgers for kids? We explore whether or not this satirical animated comedy…

How Does Screen Time Affect Sleep?

April 2 2024

How does screen time affect sleep in kids? We break down the negative effects…

A Parent’s Guide to Pinterest Parental Controls

March 28 2024

If your child uses Pinterest as their vision board, you’ll also want to set…

Utah Repeals and Replaces Controversial Social Media Bill

March 27 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: Utah has repealed and replaced its controversial social media…

What to Do If Your Child Is Texting Someone They Shouldn’t

March 26 2024

What do you do when you discover your child texting strangers? Parents, here’s how…

What to Do If You Find Drug Content on Your Child’s Phone

March 21 2024

What do you do if you find drug content on your child’s phone? Parents,…

How to Talk to Teens About the Risks of Sexting

March 19 2024

How should you talk to your teen about the risks of sexting? Here’s what…

How Tech CEOs and Founders Manage Their Kids’ Screen Time

March 14 2024

Do the people who build social networks let their kids use social media? We…

Are TikTok’s Days Numbered? Breaking Down the Proposed TikTok Ban

March 13 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: We break down the proposed TikTok ban heading to…

I Already Gave My Kid a Device. How Do I Go Back and Add Rules?

March 12 2024

You already gave your child their first device. How do you go back and…

Is Instagram Safe for Kids? A Parent’s Guide to Safety Recommendations

March 7 2024

Is Instagram safe for kids? Parents, here are the safety recommendations you should use…

How to Talk to Your Child About Sending Inappropriate Text Messages

March 5 2024

Wondering what to do when your child sends inappropriate texts? Here’s how to talk…

What to Know About Monitoring Your Child’s Text Messages

February 29 2024

What should parents know about text message monitoring? Here’s the breakdown, from privacy concerns…

Online Safety Legislation Gains Supporters, But Future Is Still Uncertain

February 28 2024

This week in Parent Pixels: a new bill in Florida aims to ban minors…

6 Best Music Devices for Kids

February 27 2024

Explore the best music device for kids: from phone-free options to kid-friendly devices that…

How to Use Spotify Parental Controls

February 22 2024

How do you set Spotify parental controls? Learn how to use Spotify Kids and…

Is One Piece for Kids?

February 20 2024

Is One Piece for kids? This anime-turned-Netflix show is as popular as ever. However,…

8 Celebrity Parents With Ultra-Strict Screen Time and Social Media Rules for Their Kids

February 15 2024

How do celebrity parents navigate letting their kids go online? These 8 celebs have…

What Parents Should Know About Their Kids and Group Chats

February 14 2024

Are group chats safe for kids? We break down the ins and outs of…

Parenting in the Digital Age: How Parental Controls Have Changed

February 13 2024

Parenting in the digital age presents radically different challenges. Parental controls and monitoring apps…

Is Fortnite for Kids?

February 8 2024

Is Fortnite for kids? We break down the ins and outs of this popular…

What Parents Should Know About Instagram’s New Close Friends Feature

February 6 2024

Instagram’s new Close Friends feature is a helpful tool for parents and kids. We…

How Strangers Might Talk to Your Kid on Instagram

February 1 2024

Is your child receiving Instagram messages from strangers? Find out how to stop messages…

Teens See Mental Health as Their Top Challenge, Survey Says

January 31 2024

In this issue of Parent Pixels, we cover a new survey that says teens…

The Best Parental Control Apps for iPhone

January 30 2024

What are the best parental control apps on iPhone? We break down the ins…

Social Media Monitoring 101: How to Monitor Your Child’s Accounts

January 25 2024

As a parent, you make it your business to know what your child is…

Parental Control Apps and Settings Your Kid Can’t Delete

January 23 2024

Looking for a parental control app that can't be deleted? Here are the parental…

8 Ways to Store Your Child’s Phone at Night

January 18 2024

Want to store your child’s phone at night? We like using a cell phone…

Meta Announces New Content Restrictions for Teens

January 17 2024

In this issue of Parent Pixels, we cover Meta's new content restrictions for teens…

Navigating Screen Time by Age: Strategies to Help Your Child Unplug

January 16 2024

What is the recommended screen time by age? Expert recommendations vary, but teaching your…

Your Child Was Caught Looking at Porn: What Do You Do?

January 11 2024

So, your kid was caught with porn. Don’t panic! Here’s how to talk to…

How Strangers Might Talk to Your Kid on YouTube

January 9 2024

Parents, did you know that strangers can easily contact your child on YouTube? Here’s…

How to Set Parental Controls on YouTube

January 4 2024

If your child uses YouTube, you’ll want to use the platform’s parental controls. Here’s…

Digital Parenting Resolutions for the New Year

January 2 2024

Do you have parenting resolutions for 2024? We’re sharing our New Year’s resolutions for…

Should I Read My Child’s Text Messages?

December 29 2023

How can parents monitor their child’s text messages on iPhone? Here’s what parents should…

Study Shows That Majority of Parents Restrict Who Can See Posts About Their Children

December 26 2023

The majority of parents are worried about privacy issues on social media, according to…

What Is Sadfishing, and Should You Talk to Your Child About It?

December 21 2023

What is sadfishing? We break down this behavior and red flags parents should watch…

How to Handle Screen Time Over Winter Break

December 19 2023

How do you manage school holiday screen time rules? We break down tips to…

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Resources

How to Use Spotify Parental Controls

Is Hazbin Hotel for Kids?

Why Parents Should Be Concerned About Snapstreaks

New U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory Says Parental Stress Is a Public Health Issue

Best Text Message Monitoring Apps for iPhone: 2024 Review

How to Block a YouTube Channel for Your Child’s Safety

Is Snapchat Better Than Texting or Social Platforms? How Kids Use Snapchat

What to Do If You Think Your Child Is Being Groomed

Will Phones Be Banned in Schools?

Navigating Teenage Loneliness: How to Help Your Teen Make Friends

Is A Court of Thorns and Roses for Kids?

New Report From Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force Sets the Bar for Child Online Safety

AI-Powered Insights: BrightCanary Enhances Text Monitoring for Parents

Google, Meta, TikTok Break the Rules With Children’s Data

What Parents Should Know About Disabling Private Browsing

How to Identify Parental Control App Scams

What Happens If a Child Sends Inappropriate Pictures?

What Websites Should I Block for My Child?

Child Online Safety Bill Hits Major Milestone. What Happens Next?

9 Texting Safety Tips for Teens

Why Should My Child Have Their Own Apple ID?

How to Tell if Your Child Is Using a VPN

What Texting Rules Should I Set for My Child?

Are Tablets Harming Your Child’s Emotional Growth?

What to Do When Your Child Changes Their Password Without Letting You Know

These Popular Parental Control Apps Are Actually Really Easy to Delete

What App Lets You Read Your Child’s Text Messages?

What I Wish I’d Known About Reading My Child’s Text Messages

You’re Influencing Your Child’s Phone Habits More Than You Realize

Is Stranger Things for Kids?

Best “Dumb Phones” for Kids

Spending Time With Family: 8 Tips for Quality Time

How Does Apple Screen Time Work? An Honest Guide to Apple Screen Time

Is Social Media as Bad as Cigarettes and Alcohol?

BrightCanary Now Free for School Teachers, Counselors, and Mental Health Professionals

What Is Digital Literacy? How to Teach Kids to Check Their Sources Online

How Can I See My Child’s Deleted Texts on iPhone?

What Is Smishing? How to Talk to Your Kid About Smishing

What Parents Should Know about Texting Their Teens: 7 Tips for Getting It Right

Is Your Phone Ruining Your Bond With Your Kid?

Reading Texts: A Guide for Parents of 12-, 13-, and 14-Year-Olds

What Age Should You Stop Checking Your Child’s Phone?

Why Should Parents Monitor Their Children’s Phones?

What Is an iPad Kid?

How to Manage Digital Parenting Rules With Your Co-Parent

The Right Rules to Prevent Device Addiction in Kids

What to Do When Your Kid Hacks Their Screen Time Limits

Setting Boundaries: How to Create a Family Texting Contract

Is Among Us Safe for Kids?

How to Use Check-ins to Talk to Your Child About Online Safety

Pros and Cons of Taking Your Child’s Phone Away

What Are Lawmakers Doing to Protect Kids Online?

What to Do If Your Child Is Concealing Their Text Messages

Understanding Slang and Secret Codes in Your Child’s Texts

9 Mistakes Parents Make With Text Message Monitoring

Is Reddit Safe for Kids?

Will Your Child’s TikTok Get Banned?

Pros and Cons of Parents Monitoring Social Media

Nintendo Switch Parental Controls: Is Nintendo Switch Safe for Kids?

Signs of Porn Addiction in Teens

When Apple Screen Time Isn’t Enough: Parental Monitoring Tips and Tricks

Teens Using Social Media to Self-Diagnose Mental Health Issues

Flip Phone for Kids: Which Phone Is Best for Your Child?

Is Bob’s Burgers for Kids?

How Does Screen Time Affect Sleep?

A Parent’s Guide to Pinterest Parental Controls

Utah Repeals and Replaces Controversial Social Media Bill

What to Do If Your Child Is Texting Someone They Shouldn’t

What to Do If You Find Drug Content on Your Child’s Phone

How to Talk to Teens About the Risks of Sexting

How Tech CEOs and Founders Manage Their Kids’ Screen Time

Are TikTok’s Days Numbered? Breaking Down the Proposed TikTok Ban

I Already Gave My Kid a Device. How Do I Go Back and Add Rules?

Is Instagram Safe for Kids? A Parent’s Guide to Safety Recommendations

How to Talk to Your Child About Sending Inappropriate Text Messages

What to Know About Monitoring Your Child’s Text Messages

Online Safety Legislation Gains Supporters, But Future Is Still Uncertain

6 Best Music Devices for Kids

How to Use Spotify Parental Controls