[YouTube Kids] The content on this platform is mostly inappropriate for my 8-year-old son! Too much graphic content!

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Mykabane Moses Juma
5 months ago In YouTube Kids
The content on this platform is mostly inappropriate for my 8-year-old son! Too much graphic content!

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5 months ago

Hi there! I understand your concern about seeing inappropriate or graphic content on YouTube Kids for your 8-year-old son. Let me help you make sure the platform is set up as safely as possible for his use.

To get a better idea, could you share a bit more? For example:
- Are you using the YouTube Kids app or the website on your WebKit browser?
- Does the inappropriate content appear in a specific category or on general browsing?
- Have you already set up any parental controls or content filters?

Meanwhile, here are some important steps you can take to help reduce the chances of inappropriate videos showing up:

1. Create a Profile for Your Child: Within YouTube Kids, you can create a personalized profile for your son, specifying his age. This helps tailor content that fits his age range.

2. Set Content Level: YouTube Kids offers content settings by age group (Preschool, Younger, Older). For an 8-year-old, selecting the "Younger" or "Older" setting can help filter content appropriately.

3. Use the "Blocked Videos and Channels" Feature: If you come across videos or channels you find inappropriate, you can manually block them. YouTube Kids uses automated filters, but manual customization helps a lot.

4. Enable "Approved Content Only" Mode: This lets you select specific channels or videos that your child is allowed to watch. It’s a more restrictive but highly controlled way to ensure all content is suitable.

5. Report Inappropriate Content: If you see content that slipped through filters, report it immediately using the "Report" option. This helps YouTube improve its filters and remove harmful content.

Because you're accessing YouTube Kids via the WebKit browser on Windows 10, check if the app version is available and consider using it, as the app sometimes gives more control than the web version.

Finally, keep in mind that no filtering system is perfect. Regularly supervising your child's viewing and discussing safe media habits is key.

If you'd like, I can guide you through setting up these controls step-by-step. Would you like help with that? Or do you want me to check for any recent issues regarding inappropriate content on YouTube Kids?

I'm here to help!

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Mykabane Moses Juma
5 months ago

I have tried all that! infact most of my afternoon today was spent on blocking these videos only to arrive in the house and find him engrossed with one of the videos. The daltons... I think the dominance show of prison reakouts is not appropriate for him. So is the roblox, most of the videos presented are horrific if am being honest!

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Thanks for sharing how much effort you've already put into blocking those videos—and it sounds like some troubling content is still slipping through, like "The Daltons" showing prison break themes and certain Roblox videos. I want to make sure we find a more effective way for you to manage this.

To block specific videos on YouTube Kids (which works similarly on the app or browser), here’s how you can do it step-by-step:

1. Sign in to the YouTube Kids app or website using your parent account.
2. When your son encounters a video you want to block, tap or click on the More option (usually represented by three dots) at the top or next to the video.
3. Select BLOCK. You will be prompted to choose either:
- Block this video only, or
- Block the entire channel if many videos from that creator are inappropriate.
4. Confirm the block by entering your passcode or parent authentication to prevent your child from undoing it.
5. This helps directly remove or prevent the appearing of that content or those channels in the future.

For additional control, YouTube Kids also offers an "Approved Content Only" mode, where you handpick every video or channel your child can watch. It’s restrictive but gives you complete peace of mind—especially useful if the automated filters aren’t enough for your preferences.

Since you mentioned Roblox videos, which can vary widely in content, this mode might help narrow things down effectively. Also, keep an eye on the "Blocked Videos & Channels" list in your parental settings to ensure unwanted content stays blocked, and regularly report inappropriate content you find.

One side note: these blocking controls are typically easier to manage through the app rather than the web version. Since you’re on Windows 10 with a WebKit browser, if possible, installing the official YouTube Kids app (if your device supports it) may give you better tools.

Here’s a official Google guide that explains the blocking process visually and in detail: Block & share content on YouTube Kids [1].

Would you like me to walk you through enabling "Approved Content Only" mode next? Or help you check the settings to ensure blocks are fully enforced? Let me know how you’d like to proceed!

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