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Practical ways to reduce addictive screen use

We’ve taken the liberty of compiling a resources bank for everyone looking to reduce or restrict smartphone use for themselves or their children.

Dumbphones

Old phones or ‘dumb phones’ are a great alternative to delay the use of smartphones.

Trackers

GPS trackers are a simple way of monitoring only the location of your child.

Smartwatches

These wearable devices are specifically designed for children with useful features.

Audio Player

Stream music, audiobooks and e-books, without applications or access to social media.

Example here

Apple Screen Time

With Screen Time, you can turn on Content & Privacy Restrictions to manage content, apps and settings on your child’s Apple device.

Android Digital Wellbeing

A Google app that helps Android users balance their digital lives by tracking and limiting how we use our phones.

Google Family Link

A parental controls app for Android users that helps you keep your family safer online, and create healthy digital habits.