Internet Matters

Because children deserve a safe digital world

Expert support for every family

Trusted online safety advice, practical tools and resources to help children stay safe and thrive online.

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Helping children under 5 to thrive

From limiting screen time to finding the right content to setting up devices for safety, explore guidance to support your little one.

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Learn about the Com network

The Com network refers to a collection of online communities which see violence as entertainment. Stay informed to keep your child safe.

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How we support children’s online safety

Find information and safety settings for your child’s devices and apps, along with guidance to tackle online issues they may face.

Still not sure where to start?

Tell us a little about you and we’ll provide you with a tailored resource pack.

Watch and learn

Explore short videos with practical advice, simple how-to guides and support on key online safety topics.

What kind of content is right for children under 5?

Stop endless YouTube Shorts scrolling

Does AI have any positive impacts on children?

How outside pressures can impact screen use

Roblox has introduced age-based accounts

Start using password managers

This Autumn, as a part of security checkups, get your family set up on password managers. This can encourage your child to use varied passwords without needing to remember them all!

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Talk about personal information

Check-in with your child – do they know what personal information looks like online? Take time to review what is and is not okay to share online to help keep them safe.

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Check on your family's cyber security

Stay informed about cyber security, risks and actions you can take to protect your whole family all year long.

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Latest articles

Learn about online safety

Children’s experiences online are unique and constantly changing. So, it can be hard to keep up. Here’s how we can help.

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Receive personalised resources and advice for your family that keep you up-to-date as your children grow.

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