Keep up with your kids’ tech in 10 minutes a week.
Techy Parent is a free weekly guide to the apps, games, gadgets, and safety settings your kids are using — explained in plain English, with step-by-step how-tos.
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The problem
New apps. New AI chatbots. New settings every few months. Apple, Instagram, and Roblox all changed their parental controls in 2026 alone. Who has time to track it all?
What you get each week
- Apps & trends to watch — know what’s coming before it shows up on your kid’s phone
- Parental-controls how-tos — iPhone, Android, Instagram, Roblox, YouTube, routers
- Screen-time & gadget picks — honest recommendations for first phones, tablets, and more
- Online safety — calm, sourced guidance on the real risks
Why parents trust it
- Every claim linked to a real source
- Tested steps, not vague advice
- No fear-mongering, no judgment
Go deeper with Techy Parent Plus — $6/mo or $50/yr
- Full step-by-step guides with screenshots
- Age-by-age recommended settings
- Monthly printable checklists & family tech agreements
- Reader Q&A and the full archive
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Free bonus
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FAQ
- How often?
- Once a week, Thursday mornings.
- Is it really free?
- Yes. Plus is optional.
- What ages?
- Mostly 6–15, with notes for little ones and older teens.
- Can I cancel?
- Anytime, in one click.