Protect your children in the digital world

Home cybersecurity is paramount. Learn the essentials to protect your family's identity from digital threats.

Digipadres, an initiative of ESET Latin America

Being a Digital Parent means being aware of the risks online and the need to protect your children in the digital world. Becoming a Digital Parent is part of a learning process involving dialogue and supervision, through which you can acquire the necessary knowledge to help your children use new technologies. At ESET, we want to make this complex task of parenting in the digital age easier and support you, helping you protect your children without needing to be a tech expert.

Why my children?

Children are more vulnerable due to their inexperience, their tendency to share, and their lack of critical thinking when faced with deception.

Education is the first step in defense.

Have you ever noticed that your child suddenly becomes quiet after checking their phone?

Overcoming the fear of missing out doesn't mean avoiding technology.

FOMO (fear of missing out) describes the feeling of anxiety experienced by children, and even adults, when they believe others are enjoying exciting experiences without them . This fear is often intensified by social media, where everyone seems to be living exciting, fulfilling, and perfect lives.

How to help your child overcome FOMO?

Honey traps, deepfake scams, and shopping scams

The most common social engineering attacks against children

Psychological manipulation is the foundation of social engineering attacks. And, due to their limited experience both online and offline, children are especially vulnerable. From intimidating messages to offers that seem too good to be true, these attacks are designed to deceive young people.

How to avoid social engineering attacks?

There are many different types of cyberbullying that your children could face.

Social Media Survival: How to Combat Cyberbullying and Trolls

Bullies have always existed, but today they're increasingly moving online, just like the rest of us. Popular platforms like TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram are rife with trolls, haters, and cyberbullies. Sooner or later, your child may encounter one.

What to do when faced with a cyberbully?

We help you protect your children without being a technology expert

These and more informative content, news and new articles can be found on our official DigiPadres page.

Start your learning journey and become a Digiparent to help your children use new technologies.