Through bold research and federal action, we’re exposing the systems harming kids online and building a digital world where childhood is protected.

Joined August 2025
Apple’s System is Built for Profit – Not for Kids. Apple makes money every time a child downloads, watches, or buys. Safety is optional. Accountability is overdue.
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Families deserve better than broken parental controls and deceptive app ratings. Apple is failing kids – and the FTC must act. digitalchildhoodinstitute.or…
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Your child just downloaded a “9+ rated” app. What you don’t see in the disclosures? Porn, predators, and hidden contracts. Apple approves it all. #DeceptiveDesign #ProtectKids
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🚨 BREAKING: Digital Childhood Institute just filed a landmark FTC complaint against Apple. The reason? Their App Store is harming kids – and hiding it from parents. 🧵
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Our complaint calls on the FTC to investigate and hold Apple accountable. It’s time for a safer digital future.
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