Better Internet for Kids

During Safer Internet Day 2026, MacPaw will announce the launch of a new feature in ClearVPN, its privacy-first and cross-platform VPN solution designed to make digital privacy an effortless daily habit. The feature adds an extra layer of protection for children browsing the internet by activating the highest available security level, blocking harmful websites, and preventing risky online connections.

The goal of the launch is to make children’s online experiences as safe and supportive as possible. The company believes children and young people should be able to explore the digital world confidently and creatively. By helping them navigate safer online spaces, MacPaw aims to support their growth, curiosity, and well-being.

With this release, MacPaw also seeks to draw public attention to the importance of creating a safer online environment for children and young people - especially at a time when the internet has become an integral part of everyday life.

Starting February 10, MacPaw will also include Safer Internet Day messaging and official hashtags in the communication across the company’s corporate social media channels.

At MacPaw, we believe a better internet starts with safety, privacy, and informed choice.

With ClearVPN, our privacy-first, cross-platform VPN solution, we help users protect their digital privacy and reduce exposure to online threats. Since 2020, ClearVPN’s mission has been to make everyone’s digital life safe, private, and comfortable, without requiring technical expertise or constant effort. In February 2026, ClearVPN is introducing a new feature designed to add an extra layer of protection for children browsing the internet by blocking harmful content and preventing risky online connections. The goal is to create a safer online environment where children can explore, learn, and grow.

At the same time, Moonlock, MacPaw’s protection and antivirus app, protects Mac users against Mac-specific malware and helps them better understand cybersecurity. Moonlock was born from a simple belief: everyone deserves to feel safe and confident online without having to be a security expert.

The impact of Moonlock’s anti-malware protection extends beyond the product itself. The team regularly shares their malware findings with the wider security community, raising awareness of modern macOS threats and helping build a stronger cybersecurity defense for humans across the internet.

With its blog moonlock.com, Moonlock makes cybersecurity knowledge accessible to everyone — from beginners learning the basics of online safety to professionals exploring in-depth macOS malware research. The blog also features Cybersecuritoons, an easy-to-digest animated Cybersecurity 101 course designed for users of all ages, including children and older people.