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ParentsWare: Intent on keeping kids safe |
No matter how hard we try to protect the children in our
lives, they will never be safe enough from online predators unless we are
proactive! Ourpact is a new app that is available for download on iOS devices,
and it is the perfect way to keep our kids safe and monitor what they are doing
on their tablet or phone.
Ourpact is simple to use and only takes a few minutes to
download and set up. All you need to do is download it on to your device and
create an account. After you have submitted your username, password and email address (for confirmation and communication purposes),
you will see a screen with a new URL on it. Grab your child’s device (either
phone or tablet) and type that URL into the browser of their internet and
download the app! Once it is downloaded, you can go back to your device and
pair the two devices and apps so you have full parental control.
With Ourpact, you can block certain apps, certain websites
and schedule usage time for your child’s device. If you want to block an app
indefinitely, you can use the “manual block” feature. Once you block an app
manually, it immediately takes effect. If you would like to schedule a block
time so they can only use the app during a particular time of the day, you can
use the “schedule block” feature. This ensures that you are able to monitor
them while they use that app. This is useful for those of you who hang out on
the couch with your kids while you are both on devices.
You can block internet sites with this app. One of the
biggest categories of blocked sites is usually social media, depending on the
age of your child. Social media opens up doors that should probably remain
closed until your child is old enough to distinguish between inappropriate and
appropriate, under your judgment.
You can also schedule usage time so that your child will not
be on their device after bedtime or in the middle of the night. Whatever
schedule you choose for them, you can set up on their device using the main app
on yours!
If you are interested in downloading this app for yourself
and your family, you can find it here in the iTunes app store. You should also visit ParentsWare’s website for more information on this app if you have any additional
questions! I highly recommend this app to all of my readers looking for added
security!
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That sounds like a really handy app. There are definitely sites that I would like to block from the kiddos.
ReplyDeletethat is pretty cool...and def its important to keep an eye on what your kids are accessing...and block what you know is not good for them...
ReplyDeleteThis is a great way to keep kids from getting onto apps or sites that aren't appropriate. This is great for parents.
ReplyDeleteAllison has her own iPad, so this is something that we should already have installed on it. You are right. We can never be too careful from those online predators!
ReplyDeleteI so need this for my boys. I found an interesting picture on my iCloud just this am.
ReplyDeleteWhat peace of mind for parents to be able to control the time spent on technology and funnel it safely. This is a great app!
ReplyDeleteWe're not at this stage yet but I'm keeping this in my back pocket
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing what all these apps can do for us these days. I'll need something like this for my kids.
ReplyDeleteWow, this is awesome! I'm going to have to tell my brother about this. We were just talking about how to limit his kids time of devices, but it's nice to have that safety feature too
ReplyDeleteThis is a great way to monitor the activities of Children Online. This App is a great invention
ReplyDeleteSounds perfect to keep them from straying into sites they shouldn't be straying into and apps and such too.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great app. I love that you can schedule usage time.
ReplyDeleteThis does sound like a great app. Always smart to know what the kids are doing.
ReplyDeleteI have my daughter's passwords but this app would be handy to monitor her activity. I feel comfortable that she is doing the right thing but I like to keep check.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds great!ive actually heard a bit about this in passing, I think, and I would love to take a peek at it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great app. I for one, like to know what my kids are up to!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like such a great app. It would be really handy! Amber N
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great app for when the kids get older. I have to admit I'm dreading dealing with social apps when the time comes
ReplyDeleteYour kids will teach you everything you need to know ;) they are born with it.
DeleteSounds like the perfect app for keeping kids safe from online predators.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend, Rosey.
I agree, it is perfect for keeping predators away. It's such a great resource for parents.
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ReplyDeleteGreta app! You can't be too safe these days. especially where kids are concerned
ReplyDeleteIt is such a gray area - I am happy there is an app that can help
ReplyDeleteMy son loves to play on my ipad. I have been trying to find a perfect app to help protect him. Ourpact seems to be just what we need. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGreat app. In today's world you can never be to safe when it comes to your kids.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great app! I have 3 kids who are always on one of our gadgets, this would be a great way to make sure they're safer.
ReplyDeletesounds like a great app....thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOur 12 year old just got a phone and I am really happy to hear about this app. It will give him limits and me peace of mind!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great app that will bring piece of mind to many parents. I like that you can time block sites with this app
ReplyDeleteThis is really good to know. My daughter has been asking for a cellphone for some time. When we allow her to have one, this is a definite app I would keep in mind.
ReplyDeleteI will be getting my kids their first phones soon, so I'm so glad I stumbled upon this post...will definitely be checking this out!!
ReplyDeleteMy son is so tech savvy these days. I need the help of other tech to keep him protected and safe. I'll learn more about this app.
ReplyDeleteWhatever we can do to keep our kids safe is a good thing. This sounds like and essential step in doing just that.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day and weekend. :)
I'll have to tell my sister about this app. She would really find it useful!
ReplyDeleteI'm always looking for more ways to keep my kids safe and this seems like a really great app. Love the fact that I can block internet sites too.
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome! I'm always worried about what the kids are getting into on their devices. This is great.
ReplyDeleteI use this one and LOVE it!! It gives me such peace of mind!
ReplyDeleteIt's so important to monitor everything that your children do online. Apps like this one make it much easier for parents to do so.
ReplyDeleteWe are almost to the point of needing this with our toddler! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love this! My kiddos loves his screen time and I'm all about making it safer!
ReplyDeleteIn this day and age... Parental control is a very good thing.
ReplyDeleteI'm totally going to download this.
ReplyDeleteI just like that apps are becoming available to help with our everyday lives! Safety is so important so I will look into this!
ReplyDeleteI love safety apps that help to monitor and manage the kids online. There is so much out there. Parents can utilize so many avenues Apps are really helpful.
ReplyDeleteTHIS IS A GREAT APP. ESPECIALLY KNOW IN OUR DAY AND TIME THANKS FOR SHARING
ReplyDeletethat sounds like something we will be needing in a few year... thanks
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