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Kik is a popular messaging app among teens, but its lack of parental controls and age verification are big red flags. Here’s what parents should know before they let their teen use Kik.
June 10, 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.

Roblox chat allows kids to communicate with others in-game or across the platform — but it also comes with risks. Here's how to use Roblox chat parental controls to keep their gaming experience safe.
May 29, 2025

Is there a safe messenger app for kids? We’ve reviewed six kid-friendly messaging apps with built-in protections and parental controls to help you choose the best one for your family.
May 27, 2025

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

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
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.

Intentional screen time is a small shift with big results. Want to be more self-aware and a better role model for your kids? Here’s how to apply intentional screen time to your family.
June 06, 2025

Is your child a fan of Roblox? This popular gaming platform comes with its own set of parental controls. Learn how to supervise your kid’s chats, activity, and in-game behavior.
May 23, 2025

MMOs (Massively Multiplayer Online games) are popular with kids, but are they safe? Learn what MMOs and MMORPGs are and the risks parents should know.
May 19, 2025

Secret messaging apps like fake calculators and disappearing texts are more common than parents think. Here’s how to spot them and keep your child safe.
May 01, 2025
News, research, and trends parents should know for the digital age.

This week in Parent Pixels: Excessive social media use makes it difficult to connect with your child, according to a new study. Is social media interfering with your parent-child relationship? Here’s how to break the cycle.
June 04, 2025

AI can be a powerful learning tool, but it also comes with risks like false information, cheating, and deepfakes. Here’s how to help your child use AI in a safe, ethical, and productive way.
June 02, 2025

This week in Parent Pixels: It’s dangerous for teens to form friendships with AI characters, according to experts. We explain the risks and how parents can talk to their kids about them.
May 21, 2025

The manosphere is an ecosystem of online communities — including incels and the red pill community — that promote toxic masculinity and misogyny. Learn what it is and how to protect your child from its influence.
May 15, 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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