Can my teen use his private VPN so I cannot monitor his screen time usage?
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A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, creates a secure and encrypted connection over the internet, protecting online privacy and security by establishing a private network from a public internet connection.
Overall, a VPN provides an added layer of security and privacy for your online activities, making it a popular tool for both individuals and businesses concerned about cybersecurity.
Here's how it works:
- Encryption: When you connect to a VPN server, all of your internet traffic is encrypted. This ensures that even if someone intercepts your data, they won't be able to read it without the encryption key.
- Privacy: By masking your IP address (your unique identifier on the internet), a VPN allows you to browse the web anonymously. Websites you visit will see the VPN server's IP address instead of yours.
- Security: VPNs are commonly used to secure connections over untrusted networks, such as public Wi-Fi hotspots. They help protect against hackers and other malicious actors who may try to intercept your data.
- Access: VPNs can also be used to access region-restricted websites or services by connecting to a server in a different location where the content or service is available.
When utilizing Aura Parental Controls, there is a potential for a child to install a secondary VPN and override configured settings. If the child can download apps independently, ensuring the effective functionality of parental controls requires visually inspecting the child's device and manually removing any unauthorized VPNs or apps. Once any unauthorized applications are removed, establish permissions that mandate parental approval for app downloads to prevent future incidents.
Other questions
Am I wrong for not wanting my kids to have a mobile phone? I feel that this is something reserved for a teenager around the ages if 16 and up.
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Unfortunately, there’s no right answer—no perfect age for a kid to get their first phone.
Last night I experienced a parents worst nightmare. I caught my daughter talking to someone online who was clearly lying about their age. What should I do?
The important thing is to keep calm and ensure you're building and maintaining trust with your child. Follow these steps to ensure your kids are kept safe from potentially harmful connections.
Does it matter if my kid has a Finsta? Should I ask to see it?
Let’s start with a quick definition! A finsta is a “fake” Instagram account that’s typically made so someone can post images and interact with others in a more private way.
We were hacked and some adult pictures came up. How do we make sure our kids are safe?
Adult and inappropriate content is seemingly everywhere online — from adult sites to social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and SnapChat.
How can I remove my info from the internet and set up parental controls for my kids?
In today’s world, we all rely on devices and screens for much of our daily life. They’re present at work and school, and we often need them just to get from point A to point B. So how can you make sure your kids are using the internet safely and securely while protecting their privacy?
We're ready to give phones to our two tweens and want to protect them and have parental controls on their devices. How does the Aura parental controls subscription work?
We're here to help kids explore safely and build healthy online habits with the Aura Suite Family Plan or Aura Parental Controls Plan, these plans include unlimited kids and unlimited devices.
How do I set up a Parent Pin on Roblox? What’s it for?
Lock access to your child’s Roblox account settings by creating a four-digit PIN. Once enabled, there will be an additional layer of security to protect their account details — including your password, email address, and privacy settings.
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