Mobile Apps Every Parent Should Know
Audit settings, use built-in parental controls, and keep location sharing off to reduce privacy risks, cyberbullying, and contact with strangers.
Social platforms, gaming environments, and hidden “vault” apps can expose children to privacy risks, cyberbullying, and contact with strangers. Use built-in tools like Apple’s Screen Time and Google Family Link, turn off location sharing, and set accounts to private. The most effective step is regular, open conversations with your child—take five minutes tonight to audit their device and ask about their favorite apps.