Protect your family online without becoming the internet police.
Family Internet Safety gives parents and caregivers the tools, strategies, and confidence to keep children safe online while fostering digital independence and trust. This book covers parental controls, screen time, social media, cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and building open communication — all grounded in respect for both safety and privacy.
What This Book Covers
- Age-Appropriate Guidance — Different strategies for toddlers, elementary, tweens, and teens
- Parental Controls — Device-level, router-level, and app-specific controls on every major platform
- Screen Time Balance — Setting healthy limits without creating conflict or secrecy
- Social Media and Gaming — Understanding the platforms kids use, their risks, and how to guide safe participation
- Cyberbullying — Recognizing signs, supporting your child, and working with schools
- Inappropriate Content — Filters, safe search, and how to handle accidental exposure
- Online Predators and Scams — Teaching kids to recognize manipulation without making them fearful
- Digital Reputation — What gets posted stays posted: helping kids understand long-term consequences
- Building Trust — Communication strategies that keep kids coming to you when something goes wrong
Who This Book Is For
- Parents of children from preschool through high school
- Grandparents and caregivers responsible for children’s internet use
- Teachers and coaches who advise families on digital issues
- Anyone concerned about online safety but unsure how to start the conversation
- Families who want safety without surveillance
What Makes This Book Different
- Respectful approach — Safety through trust and communication, not just blocking and monitoring
- Platform-specific — Current guidance for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Discord, Roblox, and more
- Age-adaptive — Strategies that evolve as children grow from dependent to independent
- Companion app included — Smart Tech Coach app provides family safety checklists and conversation guides
- Real parent voices — Based on conversations with families about what actually works
Release Status
This book is currently in development. This page will be updated with the cover, table of contents, and purchase links once it is available.
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Related Titles
Other titles in the Smart Tech for Real People series:
- Privacy & Cybersecurity — Broader security guide covering all devices and accounts
- Online Privacy — Protecting your identity and data across all platforms
- Home Networking — Secure your home network and manage internet access
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