Here are a few more helpful StayFree features that can give parents more peace of mind while their child uses the DC-1. StayFree helps you understand device usage and set thoughtful boundaries around apps, websites, and settings. These tools can help create a safer, more intentional digital environment for your child.
View Your Child’s App and Website Usage
You can better understand how your child is spending time on the DC-1. This can help you spot which apps or websites they use most often, recognize unhealthy patterns, and decide where limits or restrictions may be helpful.
View DC-1 Usage:
- Under the graph is a list that shows the most-used apps to least-used apps
- Top graph gives visual representation of time spent on the DC-1
- Toggle top right graph icon on the card for different styles
Filtering Days, Categories, and Usage:
Days
- Select top left dropdown that says “Today”
- Choose your specified date range
Categories
- Select “All Categories” dropdown
- Choose your specified Category from the list
Usage
- Select “Apps and Website” dropdown
- Choose specified Usage type
HowX to Block Websites
Block specific websites to help prevent your child from accessing content that may be distracting, inappropriate, or unsafe. This feature can be helpful for limiting websites that are not covered by app restrictions, giving you another way to guide your child’s browsing experience.
Navigate to Limits:
- Go the Usage Limits tab (Bottom 2nd icon from the left)
- Press + Add Usage Limit
- Choose Apps, Websites, or Categories
Select your website:
- Use the top search bar labeled “Select apps, websites, or categories to limit”
- Type in desired website to top search bar and check the box
- Press the bottom Select button
Set the Blocking Schedule:
- Choose “Block Permanently” (or any other option that works)
- Tap bottom right save button
Hide Apps (StayFree)
Hide the StayFree app from the DC-1 app list to help keep parental control settings protected. This can prevent accidental changes and make sure the limits you set stay in place while your child uses the device.
Hide StayFree on the app list:
- Go the “S” section of the app and find the StayFree app
- Tap + Hold until the menu comes up
- Select “Advanced”
- Press “Hide from app list” + confirm again
To view hidden apps:
- Go to the very bottom of the app list
- Select “Niagara Settings” —> “Productivity”
- Scroll down until you find “Hide Apps”
- To unhide apps
- Tap and Hold the app
- Select “Show Again”
How the PIN Works
The StayFree PIN helps keep your parental control settings protected. Once a PIN is set, your child will not be able to change restrictions without entering the PIN. This helps to make sure the limits you set stay in place.
The PIN in action:
- If you don’t put a PIN in, a rule is unable to be toggled off
- When you type in the PIN you are able to toggle on or off the rule(s) you have set
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