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 only a… Read More »Welcome to ParentShield
When your child has a mobile phone, you want them to have the freedom and independence that comes with being able to contact friends and family, while still having appropriate safeguards in place. ParentShield provides parents with a range of monitoring and network-level controls to… Read More »How ParentShield’s AI Call Risk Scoring Works – and What Green, Amber and Red Mean
ParentShield – the UK’s Rising Star Child Protection MVNO has added USA coverage to its Child Protection SIM Card so Parents can protect their children there ParentShield is a unique UK-Based MVNO that provides mobile network services to parents for child-protection purposes. The company’s SIM card provides monitoring,… Read More »ParentShield adds USA roaming to its SIM card
The summer holidays are often when children get their first real taste of independence. They might start walking to a friend’s house on their own, heading to the park with friends, spending longer away from home or being allowed to go into town without a… Read More »Should I Get My Child Their First Phone During the Summer Holidays?
Occasionally we get a question about data time controls. It’s sometimes asked if we can customise SchoolBlock times from 3pm to 3:10 which is an individual school finishing time. Or start the blocking at 8:50 rather than 9am. It’s something we’ve experimented with a little… Read More »Time Controls on ParentShield – things you might need to know
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
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
When choosing your child’s first mobile phone, parents naturally focus on the handset and the SIM plan But there’s another decision that can make everyday life just a little easier – choosing a memorable mobile number. A mobile number that’s easy to remember helps children learn… Read More »What Makes a Mobile Number Easy to Remember?
The UK Government has announced plans to introduce a nationwide ban on social media for children under the age of 16, in what could become one of the most significant changes in a generation. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has indicated that legislation will be brought… Read More »UK Government Announces Plans to Ban Social Media for Under-16s
Choosing the right phone for your child can be tricky, especially as there are so many options to consider. From gifting one of your old phones to buying a budget Android or iPhone, each option has unique benefits. This guide covers a variety of choices… Read More »Best Phones for Kids Guide: Christmas 2026 Edition
Looking for the Best SIM Card for a Nokia Phone? Whether you’re buying a Nokia 105 for a Year 6 child, a Nokia 2660 Flip for a child starting secondary school, or a Nokia 3210 as a first phone for a teenager, choosing the right… Read More »SIM Cards for Nokia Phones: The Perfect Companion for Children’s Nokia Feature Phones
