The internet is part of everyday life for kids and teens— used for school, games, videos, and social media. While that brings a lot of benefits, it also means parents need simple, effective ways to keep their children safe online without constantly monitoring every device.
The good news is that modern home internet tools make this much easier than it used to be. If you use our Plume router, you already have access to built-in parental control features that help you manage screen time, block unsafe content, and see what’s happening on your network— all from an app.
Here’s how parental controls work and how they can help your family stay safe online.
👨👩👧 What Are Parental Controls?
Parental controls are tools that let you manage how and when devices in your home use the internet. Instead of manually checking every phone, tablet, or smart TV, you can set rules for the entire network.
With a smart system like the Plume HomePass platform, parental controls are built directly into your WiFi—not just individual devices.
That means protection works across:
- Phones and tablets
- Gaming consoles
- Smart TVs
- Laptops and computers
1. Set Screen Time Limits
One of the most useful features is the ability to control how long devices stay online.
You can:
- Set daily internet time limits per child
- Pause the internet during homework or bedtime
- Create “offline hours” for the whole home
Example: Turn off internet access after 9:00 PM to help kids sleep better and avoid late-night screen use.
2. Block Inappropriate Websites Automatically
Not all content online is suitable for children. Parental controls allow you to filter out:
- Adult content
- Gambling sites
- Violent or unsafe websites
- Other unwanted categories
Instead of manually blocking websites one by one, the system uses smart filtering to help protect your family automatically.
3. Manage Individual Devices Easily
With Plume-powered WiFi, every device connected to your network can be seen and managed in one place.
You can:
- See which devices are online
- Pause internet access for specific devices
- Prioritize devices for school or work
- Set different rules for different family members
Example: Allow school tablets to stay online while pausing gaming consoles during study time.
4. See What’s Happening on Your Network
Parental control tools also give you visibility into your home internet usage.
You can view:
- Which devices are using the most data
- When kids are most active online
- General browsing patterns (without invading privacy)
This helps parents make better decisions about internet usage and safety.
5. Create a Safer Digital Environment at Home
Parental controls aren’t just about restriction—they’re about creating a safer, healthier internet experience.
They help you:
- Reduce exposure to unsafe content
- Encourage balanced screen time
- Support healthy digital habits
- Protect younger children from online risks
Need Help Setting It Up?
If you’re a customer using our Plume-powered fiber internet service, our team can help you:
- Set up parental controls
- Customize screen time rules
- Secure your home network
- Manage devices for your family
We make it easy so you can focus more on family time—and less on technical setup. Contact us at (423) 447-2121 for questions or assistance.