unexpected costs
Broadband lets children explore the internet and discover lots of new things. However, at the end of the month you don’t want to discover any nasty surprises lurking in your credit card bill.
Online purchases and paid-for content can be made by anyone with access to the internet. Also, some adult-themed services that are intentionally put behind credit card verification systems can by overcome by new card services aimed at children.
It’s important to establish ground rules with your children, so you’re all in agreement about how they’re going to use broadband.
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payment cards and children
Often, adult content is intentionally restricted to adults by demanding credit card payment.
keeping broadband costs under control
The best way to avoid unexpected broadband charges is to establish clear rules with your children.
where to next?
For more information on how to help children avoid expensive mistakes on phone or landline, visit www.phonepayplus.org.uk.
