Netsafe Produce Digital Guardian Guide

By Rachel Mortimer | Posted: Monday May 18, 2026

Netsafe have produced this resource to support parents, caregivers and whānau to navigate the digital world.

Supporting young people in the digital world can feel overwhelming at times, especially as technology, social media and online trends continue to evolve. But now digital parenting and online safety conversations don’t have to feel so daunting.

The Digital Guardian Guide (DGG) is a comprehensive free online platform created by Netsafe, supported by the Spark Foundation, to help parents, caregivers and whānau navigate the digital world with greater confidence. It’s packed with practical information, advice and resources to support the everyday online experiences young people face, including the really tricky or awkward topics.

Digital Guardian Guide