Safer Internet for Families on Any Broadband

Protect Your Children Online with FamilyGuard+ and Parentline.ai

Our FamilyGuard+ online safety platform works over any broadband provider, giving parents powerful, easy-to-use tools to manage screen time, block harmful websites, restrict social media, prevent VPN bypassing, and receive real-time alerts when something isn’t right.

Combined with Parentline.ai, the world’s first AI parenting helpline for online safety, you get not just protection, but trusted, practical guidance through voice or chat, in multiple languages, informed by UK safety organisations.

 

Together, FamilyGuard+ and Parentline.ai help you create a safer internet at home, with more control, more confidence, and more peace of mind — without needing to change your broadband.

Why Safe Internet Matters

70% of teens hide their online activities from parents
90% of teens have seen offensive online content
50% of parents feel they have no control over their children’s online behavior
1 in 3 kids have interacted with harmful strangers through gaming
65% of teens admit to being addicted to social media
60% of children are exposed to advertisements for inappropriate products online
62% of adults find it hard to “switch off” from technology after work
40% of kids have encountered online predators
55% of parents are worried about the content their children see on YouTube

Featuring 17+ Smart Content Filters to Protect Your Family

Screen Time Management

Set daily limits individually for any child, so that you can manage their healthy digital habits. Take back control and just pause the internet during study or family time.

Age-Appropriate Filters

Automatically block harmful content from 17 category filters (adult material, gambling sites, alcohol, abused drugs, violence, illegal & criminal etc..). Set additional age based restrictions from 0-8 years, 9-12 years, 13-18 years, or 18+, to give you the control you need.

App and Website Blocking

You can easily block or grant access to specific websites by entering their domain names.

Safe Search

Enable YouTube and Google SafeSearch to prevent exposure to inappropriate content. These features block explicit images, videos, and websites.

Real-Time Alerts

Get instant notifications when something needs your attention, when a child is trying to bypass your controls, or take action when a new device appears that you are not aware of.

Block Social Media

Leverage the power of FamilyGuard+ to pause/limit/block any Social Media app from any device. Easy control that gives you peace of mind.

Block VPN

Stay one step ahead of tech-savvy kids by preventing VPN use. Get Alerts for any child trying to access VPN's. You can also block DNS over HTTPS, and iCloud Private Relay for added assurance to protect your kids online.

Separate Profiles

Create separate profiles for each family member, allowing tailored access controls.

Award Winning Parental Controls for only £5.99/month.

Can be used over any Internet Service Provider – Buy Now & Protect Your Kids Today

Safer Internet 24 Months

Ultimate Value
£6.99
£ 5
99
Monthly
  • Get 5 in 1 Combined Benefits
  • Free Unlimited 12 Months Access to Parentline.ai (Worth £36)
  • Gigabit IQ Mobile App
  • FamilyGuard+
  • CyberGuard+
  • Works with any broadband service provider
  • Refundable Charge for Kids Wi-Fi Router at £79
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Safer Internet 12 Months

Shorter commitment, Same protection
£ 7
99
Monthly
  • Get 4 in 1 Combined Benefits
  • Ultimate Wi-Fi 6 Router
  • Gigabit IQ Mobile App
  • FamilyGuard+
  • CyberGuard+
  • Works with any broadband service provider
  • Refundable Charge for Kids Wi-Fi Router at £79

Safer Internet Monthly Flex

No Subscription Monthly Price
£ 9
99
Monthly
  • Get 4 in 1 Combined Benefits
  • Ultimate Wi-Fi 6 Router
  • Gigabit IQ Mobile App
  • FamilyGuard+
  • CyberGuard+
  • Works with any broadband service provider
  • Refundable Charge for Kids Wi-Fi Router at £79

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Gigabit IQ Ultimate Protection Benefits

Combined Benefits - Enjoy comprehensive protection and enhanced connectivity in your home. Works with any broadband provider.

Gigabit IQ Mobile App

  • Create Tailored Profiles Per Child
  • Check Usage & Screen Time
  • Pause the Internet
  • Schedule Offline Times
  • Set Up Guest Networks
  • Share Passwords via QR code & Text
  • Get Alerts & Notifications
  • Run Speed Tests
  • Add MESH Routers
  • Share Access to another Partner

Gigabit FamilyGuard+

  • ​Customise Content Filters By Age
  • ​Limit/Block Social Media
  • Limit/Block Apps & Online Games
  • Limit/Block any Websites by Keywords
  • Block Pornography & Nudity
  • Block Violence, Drugs, Gambling & Alcohol
  • Instant Alerts for Harmful Content
  • Google & Bing Safe Search
  • YouTube Safe Search
  • Block Ads & Web Advertisements

Gigabit IQ CyberGuard+

  • Scan & Protect against Viruses & Intrusions
  • Protect against Malware & Web Threats
  • Prioritse Work From Home
  • Priority Bandwidth Controls for Gaming
  • Protect IoT devices in your home (no limits)
  • Receive instant notifications & alerts
  • Block URL’s
  • 24x7x365 Scanning
  • Daily Security Updates
  • Advanced IPS Cybersecurity settings
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Parentline.ai: The World’s First AI Parenting Helpline for Online Safety

Instant, practical support for parents navigating the digital world.

Parentline.ai helps parents make sense of the risks children face online through a conversational voice or chat experience that feels natural, calm and supportive. It’s powered by a trusted AI guided by verified UK national online safety and safeguarding sources, giving families advice they can rely on.

From social media and gaming to messaging apps and viral trends, Parentline.ai provides instant, calm and practical guidance whenever something doesn’t feel right. Instead of trawling through conflicting advice online, parents get clear answers about what the risk is, why it matters, and what to do next, including how to use protections like Gigabit IQ’s FamilyGuard+ and CyberGuard+.

With Parentline.ai, parents can:

  • Get instant answers about apps, games, platforms and online trends

  • Access support in multiple languages for the whole family

  • Understand risks like online grooming, cyberbullying, scams and harmful content

  • Learn what warning signs to look out for in their child’s behaviour

  • Get step-by-step, practical advice they can act on immediately

  • Rely on guidance informed by trusted UK safety organisations

  • Connect expert advice directly to network-level protection tools

Parentline.ai turns online safety from a setting into real-world, trusted support for real families.

Geo-fence Safety Alerts

Know when they’re not where they’re supposed to be.

Emergency Features

Peace of mind with just one touch.

Need Protection
Outside the Home?

Check Out our Mobile Options with ParentShield

Special SIM plans from £9.99/month that grow with your child. With unique parental controls, ensure safety without stifling independence. Perfect for first phones!

FAQs

Have questions? We’ve got answers. Explore our frequently asked questions to learn more about keeping your family safe online.

Total Family Protection With FamilyGuard+

Total Family Protection with FamilyGuard+, you can safeguard your family’s digital life in real-time. From setting screen time limits to blocking inappropriate content, our broadband parental control app ensures your children are safe online, all while allowing them to enjoy a rich internet experience

Advanced Control for Every Device Unlike most ISPs, whose parental controls can be limited or basic, FamilyGuard+ gives you control over every connected device in your home, whether it’s a smartphone, gaming console, or tablet.

App Blocking: FamilyGuard+ lets you block specific apps, such as social media platforms, providing deeper control over what your children can access. This feature is not supported by most competitors.

Instant Alerts to keep you notified of any parental control breach attempts, or any web threats, virus, malware attempts to any of your connected devices.

Google & YouTube Safe Search FamilyGuard+ ensures your children can explore the web safely with built-in Google and YouTube Safe Search. Many competitors don’t offer this level of integrated filtering across all devices.

VPN Bypass Blocking: One of the most robust security features of FamilyGuard+ is its ability to block VPN attempts—something most ISPs fail to protect against. Stay one step ahead of tech-savvy teens.

Award Winning Parental Controls
Set Up Content Filters
Set Up Screen Time Limits

Safer Internet Articles & Guides

Adult Content on Business Broadband: A UK Guide to Workplace Filtering

Adult Content on Business Broadband: A UK Guide to Workplace Filtering

How to Set Up a Child’s iPhone Safely: A UK Parent’s Step-by-Step Guide

How to Set Up a Child’s iPhone Safely: A UK Parent’s Step-by-Step Guide

How to Boost the Wi-Fi Signal at Home: A UK Family Guide

How to Boost the Wi-Fi Signal at Home: A UK Family Guide

70% of teens hide their online activities from parents

Impact of Issue

Lack of transparency leads to dangerous interactions, exposure to predators, or use of unsafe apps without parental knowledge.

How Gigabit IQ can help

Gigabit IQ's real-time alerts and activity monitoring help parents stay informed about their children's online behavior without infringing on privacy.

Award-winning Gigabit IQ FamilyGuard+ app helping parents deliver the social media time limits and curfews proposed by Peter Kyle MP — blocks social media, applies internet time limits for each child separately, giving parents full control through an easy-to-use mobile app.

Thanks to Gigabit IQ’s FamilyGuard+, I finally have visibility into what my kids are doing online without intruding on their privacy. It’s a relief knowing I can help guide their internet usage safely without having to ‘spy’ on them.”

Mrs Hargreaves, Surrey

90% of teens have seen offensive online content

Impact of Issue

Regular exposure to violence, hateful speech, and harmful behavior online increases aggression, anxiety, and antisocial behaviors.

How Gigabit IQ can help

Gigabit IQ's content filters and real-time monitoring detect and block offensive content, allowing parents to create a safe online environment for their kids.

User interface of GigabitIQ FamilyGuard+

The content filtering feature with Gigabit IQ has been a game-changer. We used to worry constantly about what our kids might stumble upon. Now, I feel confident they’re protected from harmful content and we’re notified if anything questionable comes up.”

Mrs Aleem, Tolworth

50% of parents feel they have no control over their children’s online behavior

Impact of Issue

Many parents feel helpless in monitoring or guiding their children’s internet usage, which can lead to unsafe online habits.

How Gigabit IQ can help

FamilyGuard+ gives parents full control over their children's internet access, enabling them to block risky websites and set screen time limits easily.

User interface of GigabitIQ FamilyGuard+

Before Gigabit IQ, it felt like we had no control over our children’s internet use. With the parental controls and real-time notifications, I feel empowered to help them make smart choices online, and I don’t feel like I’m in the dark anymore.“

Amber, Northampton

1 in 3 kids have interacted with harmful strangers through gaming

Impact of Issue

Online multiplayer games expose children to predators posing as gamers, putting them at risk of dangerous interactions.

How Gigabit IQ can help

Gigabit IQ can block multiplayer chat functions and allow parents to monitor in-game interactions, protecting children from risky strangers online.

User interface of GigabitIQ FamilyGuard+

Our son loves gaming, but we were concerned about the risks of online interactions. With Gigabit IQ, we can block specific gaming sites or set limits, ensuring he plays in a safe environment. It’s been a huge relief for our peace of mind.“

James, Hindhead

65% of teens admit to being addicted to social media

Impact of Issue

Social media addiction can lead to sleep deprivation, anxiety, and poor academic performance.

How Gigabit IQ can help

Gigabit IQ’s FamilyGuard+ allows parents to set time limits on social media, promoting a healthier balance between online and offline activities.

User interface of GigabitIQ FamilyGuard+

Social media was taking over our daughter’s life, but with Gigabit IQ’s screen time controls, we can limit her access without cutting her off completely. We’re seeing such a positive change, and she’s much more engaged with the family now!“

Mr, Khan, Ealing

60% of children are exposed to advertisements for inappropriate products online

Impact of Issue

Targeted ads can promote inappropriate products, including alcohol, adult content, and unsafe apps, influencing children negatively.

How Gigabit IQ can help

FamilyGuard+ blocks advertisements for age-inappropriate products, ensuring a safe, ad-free online experience for children.

User interface of GigabitIQ FamilyGuard+

Gigabit IQ’s ad-blocking feature has been amazing. It stops those inappropriate ads from popping up, letting my kids enjoy their screen time safely without constantly being exposed to unsuitable products.“

Owen, Stockport

62% of adults find it hard to “switch off” from technology after work

Impact of Issue

Difficulty switching off from work and social media after working hours can negatively impact personal life and mental well-being.

How Gigabit IQ can help

Gigabit IQ’s FamilyGuard+ offers screen time restrictions for after-work hours, promoting work-life balance and healthier downtime.

Award-winning Gigabit IQ FamilyGuard+ app helping parents deliver the social media time limits and curfews proposed by Peter Kyle MP — blocks social media, applies internet time limits for each child separately, giving parents full control through an easy-to-use mobile app.

Gigabit IQ helps us all unplug at home. I can schedule downtime and set device limits for the whole family. It’s so much easier to switch off and actually enjoy family time without feeling tethered to our screens.“

Koji, Nottingham

40% of kids have encountered online predators

Impact of Issue

Children exposed to predators can be manipulated into dangerous situations, with long-term psychological and physical harm.

How Gigabit IQ can help

Gigabit IQ’s advanced threat detection blocks and alerts parents of potential online predators, safeguarding your children’s well-being.

User interface of GigabitIQ FamilyGuard+

Knowing the dangers online, we wanted more than just basic parental controls. Gigabit IQ gives us the ability to monitor and restrict risky content and interactions. We feel a lot safer knowing our kids are better protected from online predators.“

Cassia, Godalming

55% of parents are worried about the content their children see on YouTube

Impact of Issue

Parents fear that inappropriate videos may bypass filters, exposing children to harmful material.

How Gigabit IQ can help

FamilyGuard+ activates YouTube Safe Search, ensuring only age-appropriate content is accessible to kids, keeping harmful material out of view.

User interface of GigabitIQ FamilyGuard+

YouTube content was a real worry for us until we found Gigabit IQ. Now, with Safe Search and content filtering, we know our kids are seeing age-appropriate videos, and we feel so much better about letting them explore online.“

Rani, Leicester