From time to time we are asked for recommendations on internet filtering of solutions for home use.
Below are some sites for parental consideration
AT&T Parental Controls - For households who use AT&T as their internet service provider. FREE with subscription
Comcast/XFinity Parental Controls - For households who subscribe to Comcast as their internet service provider. FREE with subscription
Qustodio - "Designed to supervise, manage and protect your child's device use on the go." Free for one device, a fee for multiple devices. Easy to setup and use. Monitors cell phones as well computing devices. This software will not work on school computers using the lightspeed smartagent.
NetNanny - In the past, SPS parents have successfully used this site on their student machines. It does not interfere with school network. It has not been tested with the lightspeed smartagent to see if it can work in tandem. Purchase Required
Common Sense Media - "Common Sense is the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology. We empower parents, teachers, and policymakers by providing unbiased information, trusted advice, and innovative tools to help them harness the power of media and technology as a positive force in all kids’ lives."
Microsoft Family - Manage all your microsoft products under one account.
Bark.us - Social media, text and email monitoring program for parents