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Video games, consoles & platforms

If your child is a keen gamer and uses a range of consoles or devices to play the latest games, make sure to set them up safe.

Take a look at our list of parental control how-to guides to get up to speed on how to set the right level of protection to give them a fun and safe experience while playing video games.

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Find video games and consoles step-by-step guides

Get practical tips to help children stay safe while using video games, consoles, and gaming platforms. Explore each guide for simple steps to set up parental controls, manage privacy, block and report, and more.

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Get advice on how to help children get the stay safe while gaming online and get the most benefits.

Quick tip: Make sure to set up an account for your child on their console to quickly minimise inappaopriate content with age limits.