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Good habits matter more than any single setting, but the tools built into devices help you put those habits into practice. Features differ between systems and change over time, so check each vendor's own help pages for the current steps.

Use device-level screen time tools

Apple devices have Screen Time, Android has Google Family Link and Windows has Microsoft Family Safety. Each lets you set daily limits and see how time is spent, and it works across every game and website rather than one at a time.

Set up an account for your child

A separate child profile gives you control over what can be opened and for how long. It also keeps browsing history and settings apart from yours.

Use the browser's safety options

Turn on safe search in your search engine and review the browser's content settings. These do not catch everything, which is why watching what your child plays still matters.

Talk about what happens online

• Never share real names, addresses, school names or photos in a game or chat.
• Close any page that asks for personal details or tries to download something.
• Tell an adult about anything that feels wrong. They will not be in trouble for it.

For age-by-age suggestions, read how to choose games for kids.