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Parents' Ultimate Guides

Struggling to keep up with the apps, games, and websites your kids are using? Common Sense's Parents' Ultimate Guides can help keep you up to date and answer your questions about all the latest platforms and trends. Whether you're trying to figure out if a new app is safe for your teen or if a popular game includes blood and gore, we've got you covered. 

Parents' Ultimate Guide to TikTok

Is TikTok safe? How does it work? And can I do a duet with my kid? Everything you need to know about this popular musical singing and sharing app.

Parents' Ultimate Guide to Snapchat

Is Snapchat safe for kids? How does it work? And what's with Snapstreaks? Everything curious parents need to know about this ultra-popular app.

Parents' Ultimate Guide to Minecraft

Dive deeper into the choose-your-own-adventure world of Minecraft, the quirky building game that can keep kids hooked for hours.

Parents' Ultimate Guide to Roblox

Is Roblox safe for kids? How does it work? And what the heck are Robux?

Parents' Ultimate Guide to Fortnite

Are your kids caught up in the Fortnite frenzy? Here's everything you need to know about this popular video game.

Parents' Ultimate Guide to Discord

Is Discord safe? How does it work? Here's everything you need to know about this popular chat app.

Parents' Ultimate Guide to Instagram

Is Instagram safe? How does it work? And how are teens using it?

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