Young children (6-10)

Online safety advice

Early use of digital technology has been shown to improve language skills and promote children’s social development and creativity.

But it’s not without risks for young children, who may come across inappropriate content or begin to copy what older children do online. See our advice to understand what you can do to give young children the best experience of going online.

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How to choose apps for kids
Guidance on choosing new apps and games for children to support wellbeing, interests and balanced screen time.
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Parents guide to Roblox and how your kids can play it safely
Is Roblox safe for children to play? This is the question that a lot of parents are grappling with, following the recent concerns raised in the media. To help ease those fears, Pocket-lint tech journalist and games expert Andy Robertson sheds light on the game and how it can be played safely.
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The Sims – What parents need to know
To help parents get a better understanding of this new phenomenon taking the gaming world by storm we outline the key information you’ll need to know.
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YouTube: Tips and tricks to keep your children entertained and safe
YouTube can be a powerful source of education and entertainment for your child. Learn tips on how to keep them safe with help from expert Andy Robertson.
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Smartie the Penguin
Read Smartie the Penguin with your child and access a range of other fun things to do to help children learn about internet security and how to stay safe online. Created for 3-7-year-olds by Childnet, it covers issues around cyberbullying, in-app purchasing, inappropriate content and unreliable information to help keep children safe online.
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Rocket League video game – A parents’ guide
Rocket League is a multiplayer video game rated PEGI 3 that combines car driving and football all in one. Lear
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What is the sendit app?
The sendit app has risen in popularity among young people, but just like other anonymous apps, it can put children at risk of exploitation and bullying. Learn how sendit and companion apps like it impact teens’ social media experience.
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The Online Together Project Interactive tool
This interactive tool has been designed by Internet Matters and Samsung to help support all young people, their parents and carers, to develop critical thinking skills and encourage a positive and inclusive culture online.
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