Advice from Internet Matters
- First Steps in a Digital World report October 14, 2026This report explores young children's engagement with digital technology and the support parents tell us they need. The post First Steps in a Digital World report appeared first on Internet Matters.
- How do I choose the right content for a child under 5? October 13, 2026Learn how you can find appropriate and positive content for your under 5, with advice from experts. The post How do I choose the right content for a child under 5? appeared first on Internet Matters.
- Not all screen time is created equal: What is slow media and why does it matter? October 13, 2026Learn about slow media and how it can support young children's development during screen time. The post Not all screen time is created equal: What is slow media and why does it matter? appeared first on Internet Matters.
- Media literacy must become a national priority – experts call for Government action October 6, 2026A coalition of 70 online safety and education organisations and experts calls for children’s media literacy to be made a national priority. The post Media literacy must become a national priority – experts call for Government action appeared first on Internet Matters.
- How Facebook can use the photos you don’t share: What parents need to know September 21, 2026Your Facebook app might be saving photos you haven't even shared. Learn more about this feature and how to turn it off. The post How Facebook can use the photos you don’t share: What parents need to know appeared first on Internet Matters.
- Helping children navigate misinformation in the age of AI September 9, 2026As misinformation becomes harder to spot and AI makes content easier to create, help children develop the skills to navigate what they see online. The post Helping children navigate misinformation in the age of AI appeared first on Internet Matters.
- Warning that rise of AI is accelerating spread of misinformation amongst children September 9, 2026We have released a Find the Fake quiz to help combat misinformation online. The post Warning that rise of AI is accelerating spread of misinformation amongst children appeared first on Internet Matters.
- How can parents manage parental controls for different ages? August 3, 2026Learn how you can avoid feelings of jealousy while managing parental controls for children of different ages, with advice from experts. The post How can parents manage parental controls for different ages? appeared first on Internet Matters.
- Getting your child’s first phone: A guide for parents and carers July 29, 2026Getting a first phone is a big step for any child and family. Learn how to tell if your child is ready and how you can introduce a mobile device safely. The post Getting your child’s first phone: A guide for parents and carers appeared first on Internet Matters.
- One year of the Protection of Children Codes – what has changed? July 24, 2026July 25th marks one year since the implementation of Ofcom’s Protection of Children Codes. A year on, have children’s online lives gotten safer? The post One year of the Protection of Children Codes – what has changed? appeared first on Internet Matters.