Using Parental Controls

1. Why parental controls are important

Electronic devices and online casinos are available 24/7.
Children quickly learn to bypass locks if parental controls are not configured.
Proactive tuning reduces the risks of early gambling.

2. Built-in iOS and Android

1. iOS (Screen Time)

Content and privacy restrictions: Under Content and Privacy, block the Gambling category.
Apps and Purchases: Set a password to install apps and in-app purchases.
Usage Reports: Get a daily summary of the amount of time spent in each application.

2. Android (Digital Wellbeing & Family Link)

Family Link: create a child account, set time limits for applications, block "Gambling."
Digital Wellbeing: Set up 'app timers' and 'sleep mode' to restrict access during late hours
Proof of purchase: Require a PIN or biometrics for each purchase on Google Play.

3. Browser and Network Level Lockdown

1. Browser extensions

BlockSite, StayFocusd, LeechBlock: enter a list of prohibited domains (casino addresses, game portals) and set up strict blocking time windows.
2. DNS filtration

OpenDNS FamilyShield: Specify the 208 DNS server in the router settings. 67. 222. 123 and 208. 67. 220. 123 - automatically blocks gambling sites.
Router administration: make sure that the settings are not reset after rebooting, set the administrator password.

4. Third-party applications and services

Gamban, BetBlocker

Installed on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android.
Block any applications and gambling sites on a signed list.
Require a one-time code for removal - not available to the child without your participation.

Kaspersky Safe Kids, Norton Family

Comprehensive parental control: geolocation, content filtering, reports on network activities.
Allow you to block the categories "Gambling," "Social networks" and "Obscene content."

5. Financial constraints

Deletion of payment data

Do not save bank cards and e-wallets on children's devices.
Limiting purchases

Disable in the App Store and Google Play automatic balance replenishment and in-app purchases without your password.

6. Family rules and education

1. Joint arrangements

Install "white lists" of allowed applications and games.
Stipulate the time without gadgets: dinner, study, sleep.

2. Risk Education

Explain how gambling works and why it is dangerous for children.
Give examples of the negative effects of addiction.

3. Periodic inspections

Regularly view the list of installed applications and browser history with your child.
Maintain an open dialogue: ask about what the child reads and with whom he communicates online.

7. What to do when trying to bypass

Increased control

Change passwords on the lock screen and router administrator.
Add new domains to the blacklist as they appear.

Conversation and support

Find out the motives: boredom, stress, peer influence.
Offer alternative activities: sports, joint games, hobbies.

Conclusion

A comprehensive parental control system - a combination of built-in device settings, network filtering, third-party applications and clear family rules - will reliably protect minors from access to slots and gambling. Regular monitoring and open dialogue will help maintain trust and teach children safe behavior in the digital space.