New study says over 3300 Android apps are collecting way more data than they should from kids.
It’s not surprising that as of late, there’s been a magnifying glass on privacy issues when it comes to technology, particularly as it relates to kids. Remember those WIFI-connected stuffed animals? Yikes. Well, in a recent study, researchers discovered...
Does incognito mode, aka private browsing, protect your privacy? TL;DR = Nope!
With all the recent data breaches and Facebook privacy issues, we’re getting lots of questions about private browsing, also known as “incognito mode.” Should you be using it? If you already do, is your information safe? Here’s what you need to...
Should you quit Facebook? We’ve got the resources you need to decide.
After this recent Facebook data-mining scandal, we know that many users are feeling conflicted about staying on the platform. And we’re seeing various articles and reports, from whether you should leave altogether to why you should stay on. Talk about confusing!...
Raising kids to be good digital citizens: The only 4 things you need to tell them.
Raising digital kids, we parents all want to raise them to be good digital citizens, make wise choices, never bully, never be bullied, use their platforms for good, and be the change we want to see in the world. Not much to ask for, right? Since starting this site...
Beyond Snapchat: 12 risky apps parents should watch out for.
By now, everyone knows about Snapchat and kids right? It’s like Snapchat has come to epitomize the “watch out for kids and their apps.” But the truth is, there are so so many apps that can get kids into trouble, and it’s hard to keep up with...
How to set up a smartphone for kids: 9 things parents need to do first.
We’re all learning about new technology right along with our kids, which can put us at a bit of a disadvantage. Darn those growing brains. And if you’ve ever gotten a new cell phone and seen how much more your kid knows about it than you do, well, you know...
Ask to Buy: Is this parent-control feature that manages kids app downloads actually helpful?
When we were Apple newbies, my kids racked up quite a collection of paid apps before I realized what was happening. And I wasn’t the only one. Apple ended up refunding lots of parents money for apps their kids bought. Then they set up the Ask to Buy feature in...
A new WiFi booster that does way more than boost your WiFi. Take note, parents!
My internet at home has been so slow lately, so I recently upgraded to the top-of-the-line WiFi option our cable company offers. Even still, our service can get spotty when 6 people all arrive home, and want to get online at the same time. So I was excited for the...
The big issue with Snapchat’s Snap Map and kids that no one is talking about. But should.
When Snapchat (or just Snap, as it’s being called these days) rolled out it’s Snap Map feature earlier this summer, there was a lot of buzz about the safety risks it could present, especially with so many younger users. Basically, the Snap Map tracks your...
New study about kids’ online behavior might surprise you, parents. And not in a good way.
A recent survey of more than 1600 U.K. kids revealed some fascinating results when it comes to kids’ online behavior, leading the UK’s National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) to make some pretty strong recommendations for parents....
The deadly Blue Whale online suicide game targeting teens: Is it a hoax? What parents should know.
We all issued a collective gasp around here this week, reading about the online game called Blue Whale, A.K.A. The Suicide Game. And of course right away I was hoping it was a big hoax. When I checked out the details, I was kind of hoping it was some awful...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
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