YouTube continues to be a very popular platform for entertainment, learning and creativity.  However, the easy access to the site, not needing to register for an account and being easily watched on a range of devices, along with its vast and largely unregulated content library, presents ongoing safeguarding challenges that parents need to consider.

Algorithms that push out content to encourage further viewing, can have an impact on screen-time, as well as suggested viewing which may not be age appropriate, or contain misinformation/extreme views which are then reinforced through further recommended viewing suggestions.

Explore more of the risks and some practical advice on tools such as YouTube Kids, supervised accounts and parental controls, to encourage a safer, more balanced and informed use of the platform.