"If you track your children's location using tech, you're not alone. A 2024 survey by Pew Research Center found that one in four parents monitor their kids' whereabouts using GPS. But is that private data safe? Consumer Reports evaluated 15 popular kid-tracking devices, and here's what they found. Overall, Apple's AirTags and Apple Watches, eufy's SmartTrack Link, and Garmin's Bounce performed well when it came to privacy and data security."
"If you're considering a device for your kid, Consumer Reports recommends choosing one that uses multi-factor-authentication so that not just anyone can log in to the device. Parents should also take the time to read the documentation that comes with the device, including privacy disclosures, and go through the settings menu when first using it to make sure you're comfortable with what's being tracked."
"Finally, Consumer Reports says you should talk to your kids and let them know what information is being shared with you, the parent, to establish trust and emphasize safety."
A 2024 Pew Research Center survey found one in four parents monitor children's whereabouts using GPS. Fifteen popular kid-tracking devices were evaluated for privacy and data security, with Apple's AirTags and Apple Watches, eufy's SmartTrack Link, and Garmin's Bounce performing well. Parents should choose devices that use multi-factor authentication to prevent unauthorized access. Parents should read product documentation and privacy disclosures and review settings when first using a device to control what is tracked. Parents should also talk to children about what information is shared to build trust and emphasize safety.
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