Require internet-enabled devices be set to 'children's settings' by default

Closed 33 signatures

What the petition asks

The intention is to require all browsers and apps on internet-enabled devices to be set to their safest / most restricted levels for searching and connectivity, with standardised settings for these levels.

Currently, it is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to restrict internet accessibility through the tools available. The issue is that these can be complicated and confusing to administer, especially for anyone who is not IT literate. This can leave gaps that make it possible for children to be exposed to harmful content. The ask if for the introduction of a law that all internet-enabled devices need to have adult / inappropriate content disabled by default, not the other way around.

Timeline

8 Mar 2023	Petition opened for signatures
8 Sep 2023	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 33

Status Closed

Department Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Opened 8 Mar 2023

Closed 8 Sep 2023

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