SafetyEmma Williams
Which AI has the best parental controls?
A plain-language, feature-by-feature look at what parental controls actually exist across ChatGPT, Character.AI, Google Gemini, and HeyOtto in 2026 .
Parental ControlsSafety
HeyOtto Blog
Expert advice, tips, and insights on child safety, AI education, and parenting in the digital age.
Here you will find practical guides for parents and caregivers who want kids to benefit from AI without sacrificing privacy, wellbeing, or age-appropriate boundaries. We cover how chatbots and assistants show up at school and at home, what questions to ask providers, and how to talk with children about what they see and create online.
Whether you are comparing parental controls, looking for conversation starters about screen time, or staying current on regulations like COPPA, these articles are meant to be clear, honest, and actionable. Bookmark the blog or subscribe to product updates so you do not miss new research roundups and release notes from the HeyOtto team.
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For ParentsEmma Williams
HeyOtto vs. Askie: Which AI App Is Right for Your Child? (2026)
Askie suits voice-first ages 4–8; HeyOtto is an AI platform for ages 8–18 with homework, coding, Marketplace, and parent controls. Compare which fits your child.
HeyOtto vs AskieAskiekids AI
For ParentsNatalie Gibson
Does Your Kid's School Have an AI Policy? 7 Questions to Ask Before the First Bell
A June 2026 Georgia audit found 95% of teachers use AI while 27% got no training. Here are 7 questions parents should ask their kid's school before the first bell.
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For ParentsNatalie Gibson
How Old Do You Have to Be to Use ChatGPT? Age Rules for Every Major AI (2026)
ChatGPT requires users to be 13+, with parental consent under 18. Here are the age rules for every major AI — and how each one actually enforces them.
Parental controlsAI safety
For ParentsNatalie Gibson
Parenting in the Age of AI: What Parents are asking
52 real questions parents ask about AI and kids — safety, deepfakes, companions, ChatGPT, Roblox, homework, and more — answered directly, with sources.
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News & AwardsNatalie Gibson
HeyOtto Named Best Kid-Friendly AI in the 2026 SafeWise Kids Safety Awards
HeyOtto was named Best Kid-Friendly AI in the 2026 SafeWise Kids Safety Awards — the first year kids AI was recognized as a formal safety category.
Awards & Recognition
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