Back to School Safety: Screen Time, Parental Controls, and More With Bark

As the new school year begins, many parents are concerned about their children's screen time, online content, and digital safety. Balancing educational needs with recreational use of digital devices can be challenging. However, tools like Bark can provide essential support in managing and monitoring children's online activities.

In this blog, we'll explore how Bark's features, including parental controls, screen time management, and GPS tracking for kids, can help create a safer digital environment for your family.

Parental Controls: Ensuring Safe Online Experiences

Bark offers comprehensive parental control features that allow parents to monitor and manage their children's online activities across various platforms. With Bark, parents can set up alerts for inappropriate content, monitor and restrict social media activity, and even track text messages. This ensures that parents are aware of any potential risks and can take appropriate action to protect their children.

Using Bark’s parental controls, parents can customize the level of monitoring based on their child's age and maturity. For example, you can block specific websites or apps, set time limits on device usage, and review detailed reports on your child's online behavior. This level of control helps parents guide their children towards responsible digital habits while ensuring their safety.

Managing Screen Time Effectively

Excessive screen time can negatively affect children's physical and mental health. Bark's screen time management tools help parents set healthy boundaries for device usage. With Bark, you can schedule specific times when devices can be used, such as for homework or leisure, and ensure that screens are turned off during important times like family meals or bedtime.

Bark allows parents to pause the Internet on their child’s device remotely, ensuring that children take necessary breaks and engage in offline activities. This feature not only helps in managing screen time but also promotes a balanced lifestyle, encouraging children to participate in physical activities and face-to-face interactions.

GPS Tracking for Kids: Peace of Mind for Parents

Knowing your child's whereabouts is crucial for their safety, especially during the school year. Bark offers a GPS tracker for kids that allows parents to keep an eye on their child's location in real-time. This feature is particularly useful for parents of younger children or those who travel to and from school independently.

With Bark’s GPS tracking, parents can set up geofences around specific areas such as home, school, or a friend’s house. If the child enters or leaves these predefined areas, parents receive instant alerts. This added layer of security provides peace of mind, knowing that you can quickly respond if your child is in an unexpected location.

Other Essential Features of the Bark App

Beyond parental controls, screen time management, and GPS tracking, Bark offers several other features designed to keep kids safe online. One of the most valuable is the ability to detect signs of cyberbullying, online predators, and other digital dangers. Bark scans text messages, emails, and social media posts for potential threats and sends alerts to parents, enabling them to intervene promptly.

Bark also provides resources and educational materials to help parents talk to their children about online safety. By fostering open communication and educating children about the risks and responsibilities of the digital world, Bark helps build a foundation for safer Internet use.

Keeping Your Family Safer with MaxxSouth Broadband

At MaxxSouth Broadband, we understand the importance of keeping your family safe online. That’s why we partner with Bark to offer Bark Jr for free and provide affordable access to Bark Premium. These tools are designed to enhance your digital security and help you manage your child's online activities effectively.

Explore more about our partnership with Bark on our Safer page and discover how MaxxSouth Broadband can help you create a safer digital environment for your children.