The Internet is a double-edged sword for parents. It gives your kids unlimited access to information, which can be great for homework, hobbies, or just general life knowledge. On the other hand, it can expose them to a big, bad world they’re not ready to handle. That’s why it’s great news that Google unveiled a new filtering tool today.
For years Google has offered SafeSearch, which are simple filters you can set up when you use the internet search giant. You can set your search engine to “Moderate Filtering,” which omits explicit images from search results, but does not filter word content, or “Strict Filtering,” which filters both images and words.
The new feature is called “LockSafeSearch,” and allows you to set a strict filter and lock it with a password, so no one can remove the filters but you. When it’s set, a picture of colored balls will appear at the top left corner of your browser screen every time you do a Google search. To set up LockSafeSearch, just go to “Settings” from the Google homepage.
Setting filters is a great step, but it’s still no guarantee that your kids won’t encounter rough stuff or dangerous people online. Really protecting kids on the Internet calls for a combination of involved parents, educated kids, and effective tools. Take some time and learn what you can do to help your kids successfully navigate life online.
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