Downloadable Resources
Free guides, worksheets, and templates to help you protect your family online
Family IT Guy Resource Library
These resources are designed to help parents implement practical online safety measures, have meaningful conversations with children about digital well-being, and create a healthier relationship with technology for the whole family.
All resources are free to download, print, and share with other parents.
Family Internet Safety Agreement
A customizable agreement template for families to establish clear expectations and rules for safe internet usage.
visibility View ResourceFortnite Safety Quick Reference
Essential safety guide for parents with age recommendations, parental control setup instructions, and risk management strategies for Fortnite.
visibility View ResourceOnline Predator Warning Signs
A comprehensive guide to help parents identify potential warning signs that their child might be communicating with an online predator.
visibility View ResourceSafe Chat Conversation Starters
Age-appropriate conversation prompts to help parents discuss online messaging safety with children of different age groups.
visibility View ResourceScreen Time Tracker Worksheets
Printable worksheets for tracking screen time usage by device and activity, helping families identify patterns and set healthier limits.
visibility View Resource7-Day Digital Detox Challenge
A step-by-step guide for families wanting to reset their relationship with technology, featuring daily activities and reflection prompts.
visibility View ResourceNo-Tech Activity Ideas
100+ screen-free activity ideas for children and teens of all ages, organized by indoor/outdoor categories and time requirements.
visibility View ResourceTech-Free Tuesday Planner
A structured planner to help families implement and maintain a weekly tech-free day with activity suggestions and reflection prompts.
visibility View ResourceScreen-Free Sunday Planner
A comprehensive guide to implementing a full day of screen-free family time, with preparation strategies, age-appropriate activities, and reflection tools.
visibility View ResourceDigital Balance Framework Worksheet
Age-appropriate digital balance guidelines and personalized planning worksheet based on our three-part Digital Balance Series.
visibility View ResourcePlatform-specific checklists for optimizing privacy settings on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and other popular social platforms.
visibility View ResourceA visual guide explaining how social media algorithms work and how they can affect mental health, with tips for healthier engagement.
visibility View ResourceA teen-friendly self-assessment tool for monitoring how social media usage may be affecting mental well-being and emotional health.
visibility View ResourceChild Data Protection Checklist
A comprehensive guide for parents to audit and secure their children's digital footprint across devices, accounts, and online services.
visibility View ResourceSharenting Guide & Policy
Guidelines for parents about responsible sharing of children's photos online, with a customizable family social media sharing policy.
visibility View ResourceSmart Device Privacy Guide
A guide to securing smart home devices, voice assistants, and IoT products to protect your family's privacy and prevent data collection.
visibility View ResourceIf you're not sure which resources are right for your family, check out our Recommended Resources page for personalized suggestions based on your child's age, devices they use, and specific concerns.