Keeping your child safe online: how to get started

Trying to keep your child safe online can feel like a big challenge, but you’re not alone. Many parents want their child to play, learn and explore the digital world safely, but aren’t sure where to start.

This section can help you learn about the different actions you can take to help keep your child safe online, no matter what stage you’re at.

Accessing their first device

Knowing when to give your child access to their first digital device can be an important decision to make.

For some families it can happen between the ages of 2 to 5 years old.

Learn more about the actions you can take to support your child as they start using devices for the first time

Becoming more independent

As your child grows up, they may want to explore the online world more. 

For some families this can happen between the ages of 5 to 11 years old.

Learn more about the actions you can take to help your child develop healthy online habits

Preparing for young adulthood

Supporting children online, between the ages of 11 to 18, can feel challenging.

Especially, if you feel like they may know more about digital devices and online spaces than you do.

Learn more about the actions you can take to help you support your child as move towards adulthood

Find out where to get support

Get support on the different topics of online safety or use a helpline to speak to an expert.

Know where to report something

If something happens online that upsets your child or puts them in danger, know where you can report it.

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