Better Internet for Kids

Parents and guardians can help children and teens stay safe online. Platforms can offer tools that support this role, without taking away the young person’s rights or independence.

If platforms choose to complement their safety features which remain essential, these tools should:

	be based on communication and empowerment, not control
	respect children’s and teens’ privacy, and notify them when a parent or caregiver activates such tools
	work across all devices and software versions
	be compatible with existing parental tools, like the ones built into phones or apps.

Parental controls and tools can help families build trust and support – but should never result in surveillance or take away a child’s rights. They also shouldn’t replace the platform’s built-in safety features.  

Need support as a parent or guardian? 

The BIK Parent corner offers tips to help your children build good digital habits and safely navigate the online world.