Certified Schools can access this resource by logging into the learning hub.
What Parents Need to Know About Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
About The Guide
What Parents Need to Know About Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
Published 16th September 2020
A free online safety guide on Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a privacy tool used to hide internet activity from prying eyes. Without a VPN, internet traffic is sent directly from your computer or smartphone, letting anyone in-between you and a website or service that you’re accessing (such as a wireless hotspot owner or your ISP) see what you’re doing. With a VPN, a secure tunnel is created between your computer or phone and what’s known as the endpoint. The endpoint is merely the part of the internet where your connection comes out and can be in the same country as you or located anywhere else in the world.
In the guide, you'll find tips on a number of potential risks such as age-inappropriate content, malware infections and bypassing restrictions.
This is a part of our Privacy and Security Category.
Latest Training
Other Similar Guides
How to Set Up Parental Controls to Protect Privacy | iPhone
- Published 2nd June 2021
This week's free online safety guide focuses on parental controls to protect privacy. The privacy settings on your child’s smartphone give you control over how the information stored on it can be used. The guide takes a look at a range of tips such as how to make changes to the privacy settings and how to prevent changes to other settings and features.
How to Set Up Parental Controls to Protect Privacy | Android
- Published 2nd June 2021
This week's free online safety guide focuses on parental controls to protect privacy. The privacy settings on your child’s smartphone give you control over how the information stored on it can be used. The guide takes a look at a range of tips such as managing app permissions, managing location settings and controlling access for third-party apps and sites.
What Parents Need to Know About TextMe
- Published 26th May 2021
This week's free online safety guide focuses on TextMe. TextMe is a free texting and calling service. The guide takes a look at how to tackle a range of potential risks such as predators, visible location and in-app purchases.
Certified School Programme
Our Whole School Community Approach to Online Safety Training
Our Certified School Programme is a complete solution for schools to implement an effective approach to online safety.
It has been designed by education professionals to meet the statutory online safety safeguarding duties outlined in the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) September 2020 guidance.
Whole School Community Training
CPD accredited training for the whole school community, including, DSLs, teachers, school staff, parents and carers.
Monthly Online Safety Update Service
Supporting schools to stay on top of online safety related news, social media updates, gaming updates and evolving online issues.
Meet DfE Statutory Safeguarding Requirements
Designed by education professionals to meet the statutory online safety statutory duties outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) September 2020.
NOS Certified School Accreditation
Accreditation for your school including a certified school plaque when you meet our approval criteria.
Dedicated Online Safety eLearning Hub
Implement training to all staff and parents with just one click and report on course access and completion.
Resources, Lesson Plans and Parent Guides
Access to our Resource Hub containing over 50 platform guides and lesson plans in online safety.
Still Have Questions?
Interested in becoming a member? Contact us today to find out more.
An Online Safety Advisor will be in touch within 24 hours