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Is Reddit Safe for Kids?

April 25 2024

Reddit is a popular forum and social network. But is Reddit safe for kids? We explain what parents should know about this popular platform.

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This week in Parent Pixels: Utah has repealed and replaced its controversial social media…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

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…

Getting Your Kid Their First Phone for the Holidays? 7 Things You Should Do Ahead of Time

December 14 2023

Giving your kid their first phone for the holidays? Save these tips to set…

Should I Get My Kid an iPad?

December 12 2023

Should you get your kid an iPad, and what parental controls are there on…

8 Celebrity Parents Embracing Smart Digital Parenting Techniques

December 7 2023

How do celebrity parents navigate parenting in the digital age? We highlight 8 celebs…

Is Roblox Rainbow Friends Safe for Kids?

December 5 2023

Is Roblox Rainbow Friends for kids? We break down this popular Roblox game and…

How to Monitor Your Child’s Online Activity as They Age

November 30 2023

Monitoring your child’s online activity should change as they grow older. Here’s how to…

What Parents Should Know About Their Child’s Group Chat

November 28 2023

If your child texts their friends and uses social media, they’re probably in a…

A Parent’s Guide to Recognizing and Addressing Cyberbullying on Social Media

November 23 2023

Learn how to protect your teen from cyberbullying on social media with our comprehensive…

Cultivating Mindful Digital Habits at Home: An Interview with Unpluq CEO Caroline Cadwell

November 21 2023

Can an app help you reclaim power over your phone and save time? We…

A Parent's Guide to Minecraft and Minecraft Parental Controls

November 16 2023

What should parents know about Minecraft, the video game that’s captivating a generation of…

Age-Appropriate Content: How to Ensure Your Child Is Consuming What’s Right for Them

November 14 2023

Is your child seeing age-appropriate content on their social feeds? What about the videos…

What to Do if You Find Something Alarming on Your Child's Phone

November 9 2023

Do you know what to do when your child watches inappropriate things? We explain…

How to Talk to Your Child About Sponsored Content

November 7 2023

Sponsored content is probably all over your child’s social media feeds. Parents, here’s how…

How Social Media Can Affect Your Child’s Anxiety

November 2 2023

What are the dangers of social media for youth mental health? We dig into…

Stranger Danger in the Digital Realm: Talking to Your Kids About Online Predators

October 31 2023

How do you talk to your children about online predators? We break down the…

How to Set Up BrightCanary and Keep Your Child Safe Online

October 26 2023

How does BrightCanary work? Our parental monitoring app is easy to set up, so…

A Parent's Guide to Instagram

October 24 2023

What should parents know about Instagram? We break down the ins and outs of…

How to Reset Your Child’s Social Media Algorithm

October 19 2023

Should you reset your child’s social media algorithm? Find out how parents can ensure…

The Parent’s Guide to Social Media Algorithms

October 17 2023

How do social media algorithms work? Parents, we decode the social media algorithm and…

How to Use Ask the Canary: Answer Your Toughest Parenting Questions With AI

October 12 2023

How can AI and parenting team up to answer your toughest questions? Meet Ask…

How to Teach Your Child Texting Etiquette

October 5 2023

Teaching your child texting etiquette is as crucial as guiding them in face-to-face conversations.…

Roblox Parent's Guide: Strategies to Protect Your Child's Online World

October 3 2023

Ensure a safe gaming space with our guide on Roblox parental controls, helping you…

How Parents Can Model Appropriate Digital Behavior for Kids

September 28 2023

To help your child learn how to use technology responsibly, be a digital role…

How to Use Affect Labeling to Talk to Kids About Inappropriate Behavior Online

September 26 2023

You need to have a difficult conversation with your child about their online behavior,…

Should My Kid Watch This? 4 YouTubers Popular With Tweens

September 21 2023

What are the best YouTube channels for kids? These four YouTubers are popular with…

What to Do When Your Child Messes Up Online

September 19 2023

Your child sent an inappropriate picture or made fun of a classmate, and now,…

How to Introduce Your Kid to the Internet: A Comprehensive Guide

September 14 2023

Ready to introduce your child to the internet? This expert guide will help you…

Is Discord Safe? A Parent’s Guide to Discord Parental Controls

September 12 2023

Is Discord safe for kids? If your child uses this popular messaging platform, you’ll…

How to Help Your Kid Use Social Media Responsibly

September 7 2023

Teaching your kids how to use social media responsibly is a big task in…

8 Ways to Build Strong Communication With Your Preteen

September 5 2023

Your tween has officially reached the “leave me alone” phase. How do you talk…

Resetting Screen Time: How to Manage Your Tween's Online Activity for Back-to-School

August 31 2023

As your tween transitions back to school, they’ll also need to manage their screen…

10 Best Parenting Podcasts for Stressed-Out Moms and Dads

August 29 2023

Looking for the best parenting podcasts? Whether you’re looking for advice, a few laughs,…

Negative Self-Talk: What to Do When Your Child Is Too Hard on Themselves

August 24 2023

Is your child’s negative self-talk bringing them down? Parents, here’s how to help a…

How to Use iPhone Parental Controls to Monitor Your Child’s Phone

August 22 2023

Whether you're a tech-savvy parent or just getting started, learn how to use iPhone…

8 Ways to Help Your Child Make Strong Offline Friendships

August 17 2023

Wondering how to help your child make friends beyond the screen? These 8 proven…

7 Productivity Apps for Teens and Tweens

August 15 2023

Help your child balance school, homework, and extracurriculars with these productivity apps for kids.

How to Talk to Your Child About Their Digital Footprint

August 10 2023

What your child does and says online can impact many areas of their life,…

Your Child Probably Doesn't Have a TikTok Password. How and Why To Set One

August 8 2023

If your child set up their own TikTok account, there’s a good chance there’s…

Password Security: Why Parents Should Use a Password Manager With Their Kids

August 3 2023

How do you manage your child's logins? Here’s one step you can take to…

Transitioning from Summer to School: A Parent's Guide to Managing Screen Time

August 1 2023

Cutting back on summer screen time can be tough when your child goes back…

Why You Should Check the Safety Settings for Your Child’s School Account

July 27 2023

Parents, it’s vital to check the safety settings on your child’s school account. Here's…

Lesser-Known Consequences of Too Much Tech Use

July 25 2023

We’ve all seen the articles about how this can impact sleep and lead to…

4 Best Organization Apps for Busy Families

July 20 2023

To help you get it all done without going bonkers, here’s a roundup of…

9 Tips for Setting Work-From-Home Boundaries With Your Kids

July 18 2023

From establishing clear expectations to setting physical boundaries, here's how to manage working from…

7 Best Tools for Tween and Teen Entrepreneurs

July 13 2023

If your kid is interested in using their leisure time to start their own…

When to Let Your Child Use Social Media

July 11 2023

Forget when to let your child start dating — when to let them start…

What to Do If Your Child is Over-Attached to Influencers

July 5 2023

When adoration of an influencer crosses the line into a “parasocial relationship,” your kid…

5 Mindfulness, Meditation, and Mental Health Apps for Tweens and Teens

June 29 2023

These apps can help your child manage stress and anxiety or other mental health…

Limiting Social Media Use Can Improve Self-Esteem and Body Image, Study Finds

June 27 2023

Encouraging teens to limit their social media use to about an hour a day…

4 Best Chore and Allowance Apps for Teens and Tweens

June 22 2023

From scheduling and chores to allowance and family communication, these apps can improve family…

How to Talk to Your Kids About Conspiracy Theories

June 20 2023

Warning signs, what to do when it happens, and how to prevent it.

Finstas & Faketoks: Does My Child Have a Secret Social Media Account?

June 13 2023

How to tell if your child has a secret social media account — and…

Best Smartphones and Smart Watches for Kids

June 8 2023

From the Gabb Phone to the Verizon Gizmo Watch 2, here are four excellent…

Digital Citizenship: Teaching Your Child to Live Their Values Online

June 6 2023

Tips on how to prevent your kids from falling into the online negativity trap.

Tech-Envy: When Your Child’s Friends Have More Online Access

June 2 2023

Tips on standing firm, knowing when to compromise, and helping your child through their…

4 Apps to Help Your Teens Learn to Manage Their Own Screen Time

May 31 2023

Screen time for kids tends to shoot up in the summer. But the downtime…

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How does BrightCanary work?

1. Sign up for a free trial
2. Add your child and connect their digital accounts
3. Check their activity summaries periodically, review content alerts as needed, and use our anonymous AI chatbot Ask the Canary for advice on how to talk to your kids about specific digital parenting topics

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