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Posted on April 3rd 2025
Protecting Children from Online Harms: Important Information for Parents
With the Easter holidays approaching, children may be spending more time online, making it the perfect time to check in on their digital safety. For families with neurodivergent children, navigating online spaces—especially gaming—can present unique challenges.
To support parents, Internet Matters has developed a new set of gaming-focused resources in collaboration with Roblox and Ambitious about Autism for World Autism Awareness Month. These resources offer practical guidance on online safety, including:
- A screen time guide with expert tips on balancing online and offline activities
- Parent stories sharing real experiences and advice
- Support for keeping neurodivergent children safe while gaming online
Keeping Teens Safe on TikTok
With TikTok being a popular platform for many teens, it's important for parents to understand the tools available to help keep them safe. Family Pairing on TikTok allows parents to:
- Set screen time limits
- Mute notifications during certain hours
- Restrict content and interactions
Setting up Family Pairing is simple—just create a parent account and link it with your teen’s account.
Click here a step-by-step guide to help you get started.
By taking these small steps, parents can help ensure their children have a safer and more positive online experience.
Wishing all our families a happy and safe Easter break!