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Depression and suicidal ideation present differently in autistic teens, which means parents can miss the signs. Here's how to recognize them and how to help.
June 09, 2026
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Free download: The expert-led conversation guide every parent needs to raise safe, confident kids in a digital world.
April 15, 2026

Wondering how to monitor your child on Roblox? Learn how to supervise your kid’s chats, activity, and in-game behavior.
March 19, 2026

Wondering how BrightCanary works? This AI-powered parental monitoring app uses a secure keyboard to track your child’s activity across texts, search, and social media, all in one place.
June 25, 2025

Lost in your teen’s group chat? This 2026 guide breaks down the latest teen slang — including drug terms, dating language, and Gen Z text speak parents should know.
March 05, 2026
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.

Life360 and BrightCanary both show up in family safety roundups, but they solve completely different problems. Here's how to tell which one is right for you.
June 11, 2026

Net Nanny blocks. BrightCanary monitors. They're solving different problems — here's how to decide which one your family actually needs.
June 05, 2026

Your child might use GroupMe for extracurricular activities or just chatting with friends, but this platform can expose them to serious risks.
April 20, 2026

​​Qustodio's screen time and filtering features are largely available for free through Apple Screen Time. If you need more robust monitoring, here are four Qustodio alternatives worth considering.
March 31, 2026
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.

Google Gemini’s parental controls are nearly nonexistent — and our testing proved it. Here’s why experts say it isn’t safe for kids and what you can do about it.
June 02, 2026

Many teens use burner accounts to hide their online activity from parents — and the risks go beyond what most parents realize. Here's what a burner account is and what to do if your child has one.
May 28, 2026

Heavy social media use isn’t the same as addiction, but the line can blur fast. Here’s how to recognize the warning signs and what actually helps.
May 22, 2026

After reading alarming reports about Grok's safety record, we tested Kids Mode ourselves. The results were worse than expected. Here's what parents need to know about Grok and how to keep kids safe on the platform.
May 14, 2026
News, research, and trends parents should know for the digital age.

One in three American kids can't read at a basic level. Here's what the research says about the benefits of reading — and how to actually get your kid to do more of it.
May 25, 2026

This week in Parent Pixels: Instagram launches a new feature that auto-sends photos to your teen’s friends list, Meta rolls out new supervision tools, and new data shows American kids have smartphones by 11.
May 20, 2026

The news can be overwhelming for kids — and for parents who have to explain it. Here's how to talk to your child about scary world events in a way that actually helps.
May 12, 2026

Sora's shutdown isn't the problem. What teens download next is. Here's a parent's guide to the AI video generator landscape — from mainstream replacements to creator tools to the junk drawer parents should worry about most.
May 08, 2026
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 proud to be part of the inaugural cohort of the APA Labs Digital Badge Solutions Library — a rigorous evaluation program led by the American Psychological Association.
April 23, 2026

Bark doesn’t work well on iOS, which is why so many parents search for better options. Here are the top 5 Bark alternatives, including BrightCanary, Qustodio, Net Nanny, Mobicip, and Microsoft Family Safety.
May 12, 2026

Wondering if BrightCanary Text Message Plus is right for you? Learn how it works, what it monitors, and why it’s the best option for parents who want full text message visibility.
November 07, 2025

Tweens and teens often hide their feelings from parents. Learn how BrightCanary’s emotional insights, combined with offline strategies, help you monitor your child’s well-being.
September 04, 2025
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BrightCanary is honored to earn this designation from the American Psychological Association (APA). This APA Labs Digital Badge reflects alignment with APA Labs criteria for scientific principles, safety, ethical use, and usability. It is not an endorsement nor guarantee of effectiveness. APA Labs does not independently test products.
Mom's Choice Awards Honoring Excellence
Excellence in online safety
The Mom’s Choice Awards evaluates products and services created for children, families, and educators. The program is globally recognized for establishing the benchmark of excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. BrightCanary was recognized for our excellence in family-friendly online safety.
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