You may think your child’s information is safe because you use parental controls and only allow “kid-friendly” apps. But behind the scenes, many platforms are quietly collecting and sharing more than you realize. From gaming apps to educational tools, your kid’s data is constantly at risk of being tracked, stored, and sold—often without your knowledge or consent. These exposures can lead to privacy breaches, unwanted ads, and even long-term digital footprints that follow them into adulthood. Here are seven ways your kid’s data is secretly exposed online and how you can fight back.
