Parents & Kids

8 posts in this category.

Parents & Kids
June 2026
Discord Nitro Phishing: What Kids See and Why They Click
Free Discord Nitro offers are one of the most common scams targeting teens. Here's what the message looks like, why it's convincing, and how to inoculate your child.
Parents & Kids
June 2026
The Job Offer Scam Targeting Teens Looking for Their First Job
Teens are targeted by job scams specifically because they're job-seeking and new to how employment works. Here are the three most common versions and how to spot them.
Parents & Kids
June 2026
What 'Public' vs. 'Private' Accounts Actually Means — And Why It Matters for Your Family
A private profile picture isn't the same as a private account. Here's what public and private really mean on Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat — and how to decide together.
Parents & Kids
June 2026
The Roblox and Fortnite 'Free Items' Scam That Targets Kids Under 12
Someone is offering your child free Robux or V-Bucks. Here's exactly how the scam works, why kids fall for it, and the one sentence that protects them.
Parents & Kids
June 2026
What Sextortion Is — And How to Talk to Your Kid About It Before It Happens
Sextortion targets young people online through fake relationships. Here's how to open the conversation with your child before it happens — without shame or fear.
Parents & Kids
June 2026
How to Talk to Your Teenager About a Strange DM Without Them Shutting Down
The way you approach the conversation matters more than the conversation itself. Here's how to ask about online life in a way that keeps the door open.
Parents & Kids
June 2026
What to Do If Your Child Receives a Threatening Message Online
Threatening messages online are frightening for kids — and parents. Here's how to respond calmly, what to keep, and when and how to report it in Canada.
Parents & Kids
June 2026
Three Settings to Check on Your Kid's Phone This Weekend
Three practical phone settings — location, DMs, and profile visibility — that are worth a ten-minute check. This isn't about surveillance. It's about unnecessary exposure.