Child Safety Research
Data-driven studies and expert analysis on YouTube safety, parental controls, and children's online behavior.
YouTube Parental Controls in Poland: 2026 Setup Guide
Poland's under-15 ban and the free mOchrona app don't control what kids watch on YouTube. Here's what Polish parents can actually set up in 2026.
Child Online Safety Statistics: 50+ Verified Data Points (2026)
Every verified statistic about children's online safety in 2026. Screen time, cyberbullying, mental health impacts, online exploitation, and age verification — all from primary sources.
Which Countries Have Banned YouTube for Kids? Full 2026 List
Complete list of countries that ban or restrict YouTube for children in 2026. Australia, UK, Indonesia, and Brazil have restrictions. See the full country-by-country breakdown.
Does the Social Media Ban Include YouTube? Country-by-Country Guide (2026)
Which countries ban YouTube for kids? Australia, UK, Indonesia, and Brazil all restrict YouTube for minors. Full country-by-country breakdown of what's actually banned.
How to Control What Your Child Watches on YouTube (2026 Guide)
A parent's complete guide to controlling YouTube content for kids. Every method compared — from free built-in settings to tools that actually can't be bypassed.
Parental Control Statistics & Market Data (2026)
Parental control software market size, adoption rates, platform data, and usage statistics. Verified data points from primary research sources.
How YouTube's Algorithm and Autoplay Loops Affect Children's Developing Brains
Parents, teachers, and psychologists weigh in on how YouTube's recommendation algorithm controls 70% of what kids watch — and what autoplay loops do to developing brains.
YouTube Parental Controls on Android: Complete Setup Guide (2026)
How to put parental controls on YouTube on Android phones and tablets. Step-by-step setup using Family Link, YouTube app settings, and WhitelistVideo.
YouTube Parental Controls in Canada: What Parents Need to Know (2026)
Canada hasn't banned YouTube for kids — yet. Here's what's being proposed, what Australia's ban and the UK's announced one mean for Canada, and how to set up YouTube protection now.
YouTube Parental Controls in France: Under-15 Law & Setup Guide (2026)
France requires parental consent for under-15s on YouTube. Here's what the law means for French families and how to set up proper YouTube controls.
YouTube Parental Controls in Germany: Jugendschutz & Age Verification Guide (2026)
YouTube age verification in Germany blocks some content for minors. Here's how German Jugendschutz works on YouTube and how to set up proper parental controls.
YouTube Parental Controls in India: DPDP Act Guide for Parents (2026)
India's DPDP Act will require parental consent for YouTube by May 2027. Here's what Indian parents need to know and how to set up YouTube controls now.
YouTube Parental Controls in Japan: Age Verification Debate & Setup Guide (2026)
Japan is debating mandatory age checks for YouTube. Here's what Japanese parents need to know about the proposed changes and how to set up YouTube controls now.
YouTube Parental Controls Not Working? Here's Why (And What Actually Works)
YouTube Restricted Mode not working? Family Link not filtering YouTube? Here's why built-in controls fail and what to use instead.
YouTube Parental Controls on Tablet: iPad, Samsung, Android Setup (2026)
How to put parental controls on YouTube on a tablet. Step-by-step for iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab, and Android tablets using Screen Time, Family Link, and WhitelistVideo.
YouTube Parental Controls for Teens (13-17): What Actually Works Without a Fight
Standard parental controls stop working when kids turn 13. Here's how to set up YouTube oversight for teenagers that respects their independence while keeping them safe.
How to Block YouTube on a Smart TV: Sky Glass, Fire TV Stick, Samsung, Android TV (2026)
How to block YouTube on a smart TV or lock it behind a PIN: Sky Glass and Sky Q, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Samsung, LG, Android TV / Google TV, Apple TV and Roku. Plus the one TV setup that lets kids keep YouTube with only approved channels.
Is YouTube Banned for Under-16s in the UK? What the Online Safety Act Actually Changes (2026)
No, YouTube is not banned for under-16s in the UK yet. Ofcom's child-safety codes have applied since 25 July 2025, the government has committed to an Australia-style under-16 social media ban for Spring 2027, and the final platform list is still to come. Here is what is actually in force and what UK parents should set up now.
YouTube Parental Controls Without an Account: Complete Guide (2026)
How to put parental controls on YouTube when your child isn't logged in to YouTube. Setup guides for Android, iPhone, tablet, desktop, and TV.
YouTube Statistics for Kids & Teens: 60+ Data Points (2026)
Every verified statistic about children's YouTube usage in one place. Usage rates, time spent, content exposure, and platform comparisons — all with primary sources.
