Author: Kat Chandler

With Snapchat’s ever-evolving features, it’s essential for parents and educators to stay informed about new and emerging safeguarding risks 👻 From AI chatbots to paid content options, this week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide takes a closer look at the platform’s most pressing dangers – plus the latest updates to be aware of 📲✨

Whether it’s sextortion ⚠️, overspending on Snapchat+ 💸 or the effects of screen addiction 🔥, our guide provides up-to-date advice to help keep young users safe. It’s essential reading for any parent or educator who wants to understand Snapchat’s key risks – and support a safer, more positive experience for the children in their care 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🔐

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New name, new features… same concerns? 🎮🛑 The Nintendo Switch 2 is the Japanese gaming giant’s latest console, and while it boasts impressive updates, it also brings a few new features for parents and educators to be aware of.

From the arrival of real-time GameChat 🗣️ and a plug-in camera 📷 to an easier path to mature content 🔞 and in-app spending 💸, there’s a lot to consider. Our #WakeUpWednesday guide sets out what adults need to know, and how they can keep gaming fun and safe for the children in their care🛡️.

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YouTube Kids is designed to be the safer cousin of the regular YouTube app; however, built-in risks continue to pose concerns 👀 From targeted advertising to addictive design, there’s more going on behind the scenes than many realise. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide breaks it all down.

Whether it’s inappropriate content slipping past filters or tech-savvy kids bypassing parental settings, YouTube Kids still needs careful oversight. Our guide provides clear, easy-to-follow tips to help adults keep young users protected while still enjoying their favourite videos 🎬🛡

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Around 70% of teenagers say they’ve seen real-life violence on social media in the past year. Violent content online isn’t just something young people are occasionally stumbling across – in many cases, it’s becoming a routine part of their digital world 📱. From fights 🥊 and stabbings 🗡️ to toxic ideologies ☣️, disturbing videos are often just a click away on social media or group chats.

This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide highlights the unseen risks this poses to children’s mental health 🧠, sense of safety 🛡️, and social behaviours. With insights from a leading expert 👩‍🏫, it offers practical ways for parents and educators to respond with empathy 💞 and support 🤝 – not punishment or panic 🚫.

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Still the best-selling game of all time, Minecraft has hundreds of millions of players – making it more important than ever to stay informed. With its vibrant worlds 🌍 and endless potential for creativity 🧱 it’s no wonder Minecraft continues to capture young imaginations 💭

With the Minecraft movie hitting cinemas in April, interest in the game has remained strong🎬 But whether they’re mining resources or building digital castles, children could also encounter strangers, scary content or bullying behaviour online.

We’ve created this free guide offering parents and educators the latest top tips on how to keep children safe from issues like griefing, chat risks, and unintended purchases, while still embracing the game’s educational and creative benefits 🎮💡

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Making friends online can open doors to exciting new experiences 🌍💬 – but it can also expose children to serious risks 🚩😟 Around 19% of children aged 10 to 15 in England and Wales have chatted online with someone they’ve never met face to face. Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide explores how young people form connections online and what trusted adults should know. 

With expert advice on encouraging safer habits 🔐, spotting red flags 🚨 and keeping communication open 🗣️, this week’s free guide offers valuable guidance for parents and educators alike. It’s all about helping children navigate online friendships safely, confidently — and most importantly, happily 💛🙂

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