Are you worried about your children viewing inappropriate content online? Are you children addicted to their devices and it’s negatively impacting their schoolwork and sleeping patterns?
The team at Jim’s I.T provides a comprehensive parental controls and internet filtering setup service which can include software or dedicated network devices that allow you to control and limit what your kids are exposed to online.
We understand that children are born into a world being surrounded by technology, so finding the balance between controlling what they can see, and how much they can use their devices can be a tricky balance. But without the right software or network devices it can be almost impossible to manage.
Jim’s I.T offers parental controls and internet filtering for all devices including smart phones, tablets, PCs, Macs, Laptops, Smart TVs and gaming consoles. You can control their internet usage, their social media usage and what websites they can access.
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Are you concerned about your children accessing inappropriate content including sexually explicit content, violence, drugs, addiction and gambling? Without a proper internet filter your children will be able to access all of the above and more.
We can block specific websites or setup filters that will block websites that fall into different categories such as porn, violence or drugs. We can set up filters to block certain social media sites and allow others, while also limiting screen time with time limit features.
Jim’s I.T can customise internet filters to suit your family needs and restrict your children’s internet access. We can setup tools that allow you to have full transparency on your children’s internet usage and be alerted if they visit high risk websites.
Internet filtering will give you peace of mind with the following concerns:
- Cyberbullying
- Sleep problems
- Online addiction
- Online porn
- Mental health
- Online privacy
- Online predators
- Education issues
- Gaming addition
- Life balance
If you would like help setting up additional internet filters, give us a call on 0800 454 654 as we help hundreds of families each month with their online safety and can customise internet filters that best suit your family needs.
Parental Controls
Using parental controls gives you full control over what your kids can see and view online. With dangers lurking in every corner of the internet it’s best to have a system in place that allows you to protect your kids and prevent them from intentionally or accidentally viewing pornography online.
Setting screen time limits for mobile devices and computer games is also important as kids can become easily addicted to social media and video games. While spending all day on their computers, they forget to sleep, do homework and generally remain active outdoors.
Jim’s I.T computer technicians can customise a parental control solution that suits your household while providing enough freedom and flexibility for children of different ages in the household.
Being a parent with children who grow up with technology at their fingertips can be a challenge, let technicians at Jim’s I.T help you while giving your family peace of mind.
- Block websites
- Block porn
- Filter Facebook
- Filter Tiktok
- Filter internet
- Usage control
- Set time limits
- Manage apps
For additional parental controls features, speak with one of our computer technicians on 0800 454 654, as they will be able to advise you on the best service or solution to match your needs.
Online Safety
Keeping your children safe online can be quite a challenge. As your children might see upsetting content, be contacted by strangers or experience bullying.
The first step is educating your children about online risks such as privacy, speaking with strangers, and scams and phishing attempts. These can come in all shapes and sizes such as fake SMS messages, people trying to contact your kids via WhatsApp or internet forums or other children trying to bully them online.
We can setup advanced parental controls and online safety tools which will monitor all calls and messages and even locate children via their GPS on their phones. This way you can view in real time what activities your kids are doing and who they speak with.
Here are some common tools we can setup to protect your kids online.
- Filter content
- Device usage
- Set time limits
- Locate family
- Track calls
- Track SMS
- Get alerts
- Pause internet
5 Reasons Why You Need Parental Controls
We understand how frustrating it can be to manage all your kid’s devices and help them regulate healthy sleeping patterns. Most parents intuitively know when their kids are spending too much time on their devices, as it can look similar to any other addictive behaviour.
Asking your children to stop using their devices or focus on other activities can be incredibly difficult, especially when all the games, apps, and social media websites are all engineered to be addictive.
Here are five of the common signs your family needs to start using internet filtering and parental controls.
- Protect your family from online threats – Malware, viruses, phishing and scams are so common, kids are more prone to fall victim to them. Internet filtering blocks harmful websites and keeps your devices secure from online threats.
- Spending too much time online – When you children start spending excessive time on their devices and it interrupts their school work and sleeping patterns, it’s time to set boundaries with internet filtering and screen time limits.
- Accessing inappropriate content – Accessing explicit websites is so easy on all devices, that young kids and teenagers can grow up with self-image issues and learn unhealthy behaviours. Blocking these sites will give you peace of mind.
- Unsure of what your child is doing – Children can spend hours by themselves on their devices, and it can be troubling not knowing what they are doing or visiting. Having visibility on their online behaviour helps ensure they are not engaging in risky behaviour.
- Engaging with strangers online – Children can engage with strangers via social media, online games and other forums. Parental controls will monitor these interactions and keep them safe.
Parental Controls & Internet Filtering – Frequently Asked Questions
Keeping your kids safe online comes down to both technical solutions and communication and education.
Practical and technical solutions include:
- Use parental controls
- Monitor devices
- Create strong passwords
- Limit screen time
- Review apps and sites
- Protect privacy
Communication and education include:
- Talk openly about online risks and inappropriate behaviour.
- Involve your children in setting rules around devices and internet usage.
- Model good behaviour by limiting your own screen time.
There are many types of internet filtering and parental control software available. No one solution is 100% perfect, so you need to consider what you want to achieve.
Jim’s I.T can work with your family to understand your needs and match you with an appropriate internet filtering solution.
There are four main types:
- Parental control software – apps designed to filter and block websites and manage online activity.
- Hardware-based filters – physical devices connected to your router that filter devices across the network.
- DNS filtering services – services that use DNS technology to block categories of websites.
- Built-in device features – filtering features included with devices such as iPhones, iPads, Macs, and some routers.
Yes. Apple products have basic parental control features, including screen-time limits, restrictions on adult websites, and restrictions on in-app purchases.
Net Nanny is parental control software and has been an industry leader for more than two decades.
Features include parental controls, screen-time controls, website blocking, app blocking, location tracking, internet filtering, pornography blocking, social media protection, and YouTube monitoring.
Most parental control software can block pornography websites containing videos and images. Some parental control software also uses AI to detect pornography and block it automatically.
Apple devices have a Screen Time feature that records device usage. Android devices have Digital Wellbeing & Parental Controls.
For a more comprehensive overview, parental control apps can show how children spend their time across games, YouTube, social media, and other activities.
Yes. Most parental control apps allow you to pause internet access across your children’s devices.
Yes. Jim’s I.T computer technicians can set up curfews and time limits on your children’s devices.
No internet filtering solution is perfect. Tech-savvy children may find ways around filters, so it is important to choose a parental control and filtering solution that is difficult to bypass.
Yes. Filters can be configured to block social media, including Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, and TikTok.
Yes. Filters can be set up to block explicit content. This is a common feature of parental control software and hardware-based filtering products.
DNS filtering works like an invisible security guard that checks websites and apps before your child accesses them, automatically blocking harmful content.
The content recommends blocking websites that allow users to download a TOR browser. Without access to a TOR browser, children would be prevented from accessing the dark web through that method.
Major gaming platforms provide parental controls:
- PlayStation: Playtime settings
- Nintendo: Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app
- Xbox: Xbox Family Settings
- PC: Microsoft Family Safety
Jim’s I.T can also assist with setting up parental controls for gaming.
It depends on your router model. Most routers do not include parental control features..
Establish clear rules and boundaries, use parental controls and privacy settings, and encourage open communication with your children about their online experiences.
- Explain that your goal is to keep them safe, not invade their privacy or limit their fun.
- Explain what you’re doing in clear, age-appropriate language.
- Make it clear they can come to you if something online makes them uncomfortable without getting into trouble.
Create a family tech agreement, maintain open communication, and model good digital habits.
Involve your children in setting rules, use parental controls, and regularly discuss their online experiences. This helps them understand risks and make safer choices while maintaining some independence online.
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