AI is in your home. Make sure it's on your side.
AI is already part of your family's daily life, but it doesn't always behave the way you'd expect. From chatbots forming emotional connections with teenagers to voices that sound exactly like someone you love, the line between real and artificial is getting harder to see. Your family deserves to navigate this with clarity and confidence, and with the right awareness, you can.
What you can do to stay safe
Small, consistent habits can go a long way. With the right awareness and a few practical steps, your family can use AI with greater confidence and peace of mind:
Talk about AI openly as a family Ask your children which AI tools they use and how they use them Share examples of deepfakes or voice cloning together; the goal isn't to avoid AI, but to make sure AI works for your family Create a family code word that AI can't replicate in a fake emergency call Set up regular check-ins to make it easier for family members to raise concerns Set thoughtful limits around AI apps Review the age and safety settings for any AI app your child uses Look for apps that clearly disclose when users are interacting with AI Explore AI apps your teen uses and discuss with them what the apps are designed to encourage Revisit these settings regularly as your child grows and their online habits chang Help your family recognize what's real Look for unusual lighting, unnatural movement, or mismatched audio in videos Check unfamiliar claims before sharing them in group chats or on social media Remind your children to always ask "Is this real?" Approach AI-generated content with curiosity; it's a skill the whole family can build together Keep your family connected and supported Make it easy for every family member to ask for help when something feels off Designate one trusted member as the go-to person for digital questions and concerns Share what you know with the family, so no one has to figure things out alone AI