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With the rapid development of technology, mobile phones have become an indispensable part of the lives of parents and children. However, along with the convenience that phones bring us, there are also concerns about internet safety and privacy. As parents, it is crucial to protect children from these risks. Here are three methods to help you address the issues of internet safety and privacy when it comes to children using mobile phones.
Children are naturally curious about exploring various information on their mobile phones. However, the online world is full of traps, such as phishing SMS pretending games and stores. If children accidentally click on and access fake or phishing websites, their personal information could be stolen by scammers. Therefore, parents should teach their children how to identify suspicious links or messages and cultivate their awareness of internet safety, enhancing their overall vigilance. Additionally, parents can download the Data Guard APP from SmarTone for their children. The SMS Security feature detects and filters messages with suspicious links automatically, thereby reducing the risk of accessing fraudulent links. This helps create a secure communication environment for children and provides comprehensive protection for their mobile phones.
Parents should educate their children about the importance of safeguarding their privacy online and be cautious about sharing personal information in the online world, such as their names, addresses, school names, and contact details. Parents can also encourage them to regularly review their privacy settings on social media platforms and explain the potential risks and consequences of oversharing personal life on social media, remind them to think twice before sharing any content online. If children are unsure about whether to share certain content, parents can assist them and provide advice.
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(Worth: $54)Parents should carefully guide their children on how to use the internet safely and teach them to verify the credibility of websites and applications. Parents can also communicate and reach consensus with their children to install reliable parental control apps on their mobile phones. These apps can help them manage their internet usage effectively, restrict access to specific websites, and provide them with a more secure online environment.
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