Ways that you keep your child safe online

[Deminism]

I went to a workshop at my kids' (primary) school today on keeping kids safe online - I was hoping for lots of tools to use and got instead a pants workshop telling me nothing other than computers are not scary and naked selfies are illegal for kids. Thanks for that school... But, it did make me wonder what tools people do use that I should know about - any suggestions please? Someone mentioned they can see their child's computer browsing history come through on their phone for example.

I’m interested in this too as it seems there’s a multitude of ways they can be at risk.
With all these apps and gaming platforms it’s not as straightforward as it used to be, and difficult to be sure you’re doing all the right things.

It would be useful if anyone has greater depth of insight into this or more practical advice that goes beyond the basics.

I use the google family app for DD. You can restrict them a lot but be careful that you don't restrict rather than teach them to be safe which is the threat.

There are a few parent apps out there most of which are not free but worth it to keep your kids safe. Search and see which one is best for your family.

It's tricky for sure, and I too feel ill equipped.

We use Google Family, but my DC know how to get around this I am sure (Incognito function, signing out etc). For me, I talk to them until I bore them, about what can happen, what is normal, and basically to allow them to tell me (in all the boring detail) about everything they have seen or do online. The (perhaps misguided) idea that if they feel I am interested in the small stuff, then I will also be interested in hearing about the big stuff. I want them to think about anything that makes them uncomfortable, and tell me, or put a stop to it by reporting or calling it out. I don't want them to think that certain things are normal, just because people they know are doing it.

I listen in on my DS's xbox chatter, and refuse to allow that device to be behind closed doors. I frequently check my DD's phone and laptop.

There is only so much you can do, but I agree with other posters that communication and learning are key. Children will always have their secrets as they grow, but I am just hoping that they feel able to talk about anything that doesn't feel right to them and can make good judgement calls.