How To Survive Middle School: A Parents Guide
Middle school can be the hardest part of growing up. Bodies change, hormones rage, and boundaries begin to be tested as kids transform into teenagers. It’s also a crucial time for development in a child’s life, and there are many opportunities for important...
Safety at School: Case Study
Our mission at Bark for Schools is to help keep K-12 students across the country safe online and in real life, but we know that it takes more than just schools to make this happen. Our free Parent Portal — formerly known as the Family Alerts Dashboard — empowers...
Kids and Technology: How to Help Keep Them Safe Online
Kids and technology — the two seem to go hand in hand these days, and learning how to navigate them has become a new rite of passage for families. From getting their first devices to creating their own social media profiles, kids need support every step of the way...
A Privacy and Security Guide to Bark
At Bark, we take your trust seriously, and we believe that you deserve complete transparency about how we’re securing your data and preserving your privacy. We’re committed to every aspect of your child’s online safety — whether it’s detecting digital dangers or...
Email for Kids: How to Create a Safe Account
There are seemingly endless benefits to having an email account. It’s a great organizational tool, and because almost everything online now requires an email address, it’s a gateway to a lot of other online activities. Email is a powerful way to communicate, and it...
Is Discord Safe? Here’s What Parents Should Know About the Platform
**This blog post was updated on August 4, 2021.** Have you ever wondered, “Is Discord safe?” Maybe you’ve heard your kids talking about how fun it is or you’ve seen information about it online and been curious to learn more. The chatting platform is especially popular...
Bark Can Now Tell Parents Which Apps Their Kids Download
Our latest update is helping parents take the guesswork out of what apps their kids are actually using. It’s free, easy to use, and accessible from the parent dashboard. This new feature provides greater insight into children’s online activities in several key ways,...
Bark for Schools Introduces the OSCE’s Class of 2020
Bark for Schools is proud to have launched the Online Safety Center of Excellence this summer. This nationwide program recognizes and certifies Distinguished Leaders in Online Safety — leaders in their communities who are committed to helping protect children online...