Family safety resources
Essential tools, guides and support for keeping UK families safe online.
Our safety guides
The most useful places on TechSafe, one click away.
AI Safe for Kids
Chatbots, deepfakes and spotting what is real online
ReadSocial Media & Teen Accounts
Instagram and TikTok parental controls, step by step
ReadDigital Wellbeing
Screen time balance and healthy technology habits
ReadOnline Grooming
Recognising the warning signs and where to get help
ReadGaming & Legal Safety
Loot boxes, in-game spending and your UK rights
ReadNeurodiverse Safety
Tailored advice for children with ADHD, Autism and SEND
ReadStart with the featured resources that match your family's immediate needs. Bookmark the emergency reporting links and review them with older children. Remember that online safety is an ongoing conversation, not a one-time setup.
Trusted organisations and tools
The external services we point UK parents to, organised by what you need.
Essential Safety Tools
4 resources available
UK Safer Internet Centre
Official UK resource for online safety education and reporting harmful content
Childnet International
Comprehensive guides for children's digital wellbeing and online safety
ThinkuKnow (NCA-CEOP)
Educational resources from the National Crime Agency's child protection unit
Internet Watch Foundation
Report and get help with removing illegal online content
Device & Platform Guides
4 resources available
Apple Family Sharing Setup
Complete guide to setting up parental controls on iOS devices
Google Family Link
Android parental control app setup and management guide
Microsoft Family Safety
Comprehensive family safety tools for Windows and Xbox
Nintendo Switch Parental Controls
Step-by-step setup for Nintendo's parental control features
Educational Materials
4 resources available
Family Internet Agreement
Build and download a personalised family agreement covering screen time, apps and online rules.
Screen Time Guidelines by Age
Evidence-based guidance on healthy screen time limits for different ages.
The "Is It Real?" AI Check
A printable step-by-step check to help your family tell real content from AI fakes.
First Smartphone Setup Guide
A practical walkthrough for setting up your child's first phone safely.
Support & Reporting
4 resources available
CEOP Report Abuse
Report child sexual abuse and exploitation to law enforcement
Action Fraud
UK's national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime
Revenge Porn Helpline
Confidential support for image-based sexual abuse
Young Minds
Mental health support for children and young people
Community Resources
4 resources available
Parent Zone
UK charity providing practical advice for digital parenting
Digital Wellbeing Lab
Research and insights on healthy technology use
Common Sense Media
Reviews and recommendations for age-appropriate content
Family Online Safety Institute
International resource for online safety best practices
Need Immediate Help?
If your child is in immediate danger or you've discovered serious online harm, contact emergency services immediately.
Family discussion starters
What should you do if someone online asks for personal information?
How can you tell if a website or message might be trying to trick you?
What makes a strong password, and why shouldn't you share it?
When should you tell a parent or teacher about something you saw online?
How can you be kind to others when playing games or chatting online?
What information is safe to share on social media, and what isn't?