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Is Your Child's Data Being Used for Education, Profit, or Both? The Hidden Side of Child Safety Products!
Child safety tools can help protect kids online, but parents must question how collected data is used—some vendors may exploit it for marketing, not safety.

The White Hatter
Aug 21, 20245 min read


The Unlockt.me App
Unlockt.me lets users sell media behind a paywall and is being misused by teens to sell intimate content—parents should investigate its presence on devices.

The White Hatter
Aug 20, 20241 min read


Gen Z Takes the Helm: A New Era of Onlife Parenting Has Begun!
Gen Z parents, raised in the digital world, bring tech-savvy, balanced, and informed approaches to parenting in today’s ever-evolving "onlife" world.

The White Hatter
Aug 18, 20245 min read


Cash Apps and Prepaid Cards for Youth & Teens: What Parents Need To Know!
Cash apps and prepaid cards can teach youth financial responsibility—but without oversight, they may be misused for risky or illegal activities. Stay involved.

The White Hatter
Aug 18, 20244 min read


Recommended Payment Methods for Safer Online Shopping Experiences: A Parent’s Guide To Reducing The Risks
Protect your family from online fraud by using secure payment methods like credit cards, prepaid cards, Apple Pay, or PayPal—never Apple Cash or Venmo.

The White Hatter
Aug 17, 202410 min read


Beyond the Ban - Creating School Environments That Embrace Safe and Responsible Technology Use!
Banning phones in schools may seem simple, but balanced, informed tech use better supports student learning, safety, and digital literacy development.

The White Hatter
Aug 16, 20246 min read


A Parent’s Guide To Minecraft
Minecraft is a creative, educational game kids love—but with multiplayer risks like chat and in-game purchases, parents should enable safety settings and co-play.

The White Hatter
Aug 14, 20246 min read


The Importance of Re-establishing a Sleep Routine Before the School Year Starts
Resetting sleep routines before school boosts kids’ focus, mood, and health. Start early, limit tech at night, and create consistent, calming bedtime habits.

The White Hatter
Aug 14, 20243 min read


Understanding School-Issued Chromebook Content Filters: What Parents Need to Know
School-issued Chromebooks may lose content filtering off-campus—parents should add home filters, monitor use, and talk with kids about online safety.

The White Hatter
Aug 13, 20243 min read


A Parent's Guide to Steam
Steam is a popular gaming platform with social features and mature content—parents should use Family View, monitor activity, and stay engaged to keep kids safe.

The White Hatter
Aug 12, 20244 min read


How Social Media is Transforming Today's Youth—And It's Not What Some Want You To Think!
Social media and tech can offer youth connection, learning, creativity, and support. With guidance, they become tools for growth—not just sources of concern.

The White Hatter
Aug 11, 20244 min read


Understanding Screen Use: Is It Really Addiction?
Excessive screen use is often a habit, not an addiction. Parents should focus on balance, not fear, and guide kids toward healthy, age-appropriate tech use.

The White Hatter
Aug 8, 20243 min read


The Role of EdTech in Modern Education: Some Thoughts From Us Here At The White Hatter
EdTech isn’t a cure-all—it works best when guided by strong teaching practices, continuous learning, and collaboration between educators, parents, and students.

The White Hatter
Aug 7, 20243 min read


Teen Girls and The Trap of Easy Money Online – Unfortunately, Not An Unfamiliar Story!
Teens trading images for money can spiral into exploitation. Open dialogue, education, and support are vital to protect youth from online sexual harm.

The White Hatter
Aug 6, 20244 min read


The Importance of Digital Literacy in Personal Healthcare for Teens
Teens need digital literacy to navigate online health info safely—helping them spot misinformation, protect privacy, and make informed healthcare decisions.

The White Hatter
Aug 5, 20242 min read


Let’s Ban All Student Digital Device Use In Schools – What The Heck?
The "low tech in school" movement expands beyond banning phones to all devices—but balance, filters, and digital literacy are key to modern, safe learning.

The White Hatter
Aug 4, 20245 min read


Understanding Teen’s Phone Use and Mood: It's Not All Bad
A recent study shows teen phone use isn't inherently harmful—its impact depends on timing and context. Used mindfully, phones can improve mood and connection.

The White Hatter
Aug 3, 20243 min read


Why Technology Can Disrupt Teen Sleep: New Research Findings
New research shows tech use affects teen sleep more through late-night disruptions and delayed bedtimes than blue light. Keep devices out of bedrooms.

The White Hatter
Aug 2, 20243 min read


Grant Funding for Social Capital Companies: A New Paradigm for Social Change When It Comes To Digital Literacy and Internet Safety Education.
Social capital companies drive real change but can’t access non-profit grants. It's time to rethink funding rules to support cost-effective digital literacy efforts.

The White Hatter
Aug 1, 20244 min read


Unpacking the 2023 Stats Canada Report on Child Exploitation
Reports of child exploitation are rising, but the increase reflects better awareness, reporting, and detection—not necessarily more offenders. Stay informed.

The White Hatter
Jul 29, 20243 min read
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