Thank you for being an important part of ParentShield. As parents ourselves we had an idea in 2015 to use our experience in telecoms and IT to develop exactly the sort of mobile network we wanted for our children. And ParentShield was born 3 years… Read More »Welcome to ParentShield
Over recent months, the conversation in the UK about children and social media has shifted from “discussion” to decisive political movement. Concern is no longer just about parental preference, it’s now being debated as a serious wellbeing and safeguarding issue in Parliament, in schools, and across public life.… Read More »Latest Updates on the Under-16s Social Media Ban
The voicemail system that’s attached to every other mobile network isn’t suitable for a phone used by small children. The system used by all four of the big mobile networks was designed over 40 years ago for use on mobile phones that were primarily there… Read More »Why ParentShield removed Voicemail
If you are calling a child’s phone and you hear a “calls to this number are recorded securely” message before the call is connected then it’s almost certain that the number, and caller, you are calling is protected by ParentShield. Here is the exact ParentShield… Read More »Calls to this number are recorded securely
ParentShield not only protects children, it also protects their parents. Unlike every other network, we aggressively block everything that could lead to an increased bill. MMS, overseas numbers, Text Shortcodes, Premium rate numbers, Directory enquiries etc are all blocked. We do have a mechanism for… Read More »Impossible to Overspend
Opting for a Plusnet SIM card will be an EE SIM card as Plusnet is an MVNO of EE. As you would imagine, this accesses EE’s network coverage and infrastructure for a cheaper price than that of going to EE directly. Plusnet is an EE… Read More »Plusnet Child SIM Card
A SIM card from iD Mobile will be a Three Network SIM card. iD Mobile is a Three MVNO and this allows them to resell their facilities. iD Mobile offer a range of 1 month, 12 month and 24 month SIM Only deals, and also… Read More »iD Mobile Child SIM Card
As parents, it is crucial to familiarise ourselves with the terminologies associated with our children’s phones. This comprehensive guide aims to demystify mobile terminologies such as APN, VPN, PUK, PAC and beyond. APN (Access Point Name) Access Point Name, or APN, is a crucial setting… Read More »A Parent’s Guide to Mobile Terminology
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, parents are constantly seeking innovative solutions to ensure their children’s safety and manage their mobile experiences responsibly. Enter ParentShield’s eSIMs for kids’ phones, a revolutionary approach to mobile connectivity that combines cutting-edge technology with the trusted, award-winning protection of… Read More »eSIMs for Kids Phones
Treating yourself to a well deserved holiday is always a wonderful idea, though we know it can sometimes be stressful. Navigating mobile networks while traveling abroad can add an extra layer of complexity. But at ParentShield, we believe ‘complicated’ has no place in a service… Read More »Going on Holiday with ParentShield
Are you looking for an O2 only SIM card for a child but with ParentShield controls? ParentShield’s All-Network SIM Tariffs will do this. You will have access to O2 coverage, plus all the unique features and benefits that only come with ParentShield. With the added… Read More »O2 SIM Only for Kids
