Parental Control 
Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)(0)
Starting this summer, there will be new rules in place designed to protect child privacy. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is behind the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) – the law that requires web sites to get parents’ permission before collecting personal data about children under the age of 13. New updates are currently [...]
Full Story»Texting: 911 for Teens
Texting is the king of communication for teens, but it’s now looking like it may serve a more important role than its traditional use of chattering back and forth with friends and family. Crisis hotlines are finding that today’s youth are opting out of using the phone to reach out for help, and are turning [...]
Your Teen’s Smartphone and Geotagging
Teenagers either have or want a smartphone. According to the Pew Research Center, 31% of teenagers ages 14-17 have one, and that number is quickly rising. iPhones and androids have great features that appeal to teens by giving them the capability to remain connected with friends and family by way of phone, text and social [...]
Don’t Be Too Social!
With spring break around the corner, it’s time for parents to pay special attention to the social activity of their kids and teenagers to help them protect their online reputations. Children often spend more time online during vacations and college students may take special trips. Experts agree that a child’s online image is important for [...]
