[UPDATE: Kiddle has been taking note of these reports by using and adapting their results. Since Kiddle is moderated by editors, Kiddle users can expect to get better, safer results as time goes on.]
No, there are some benefits to Kiddle that you may like. One of the benefits is the previously mentioned edited results. According to the Kiddle About page,
Safe sites and pages written specifically for kids. Handpicked and checked by Kiddle editors.
Typically, results 1-3.
Safe, trusted sites that are not written specifically for kids, but have content written in a simple way, easy for kids to understand. Handpicked and checked by Kiddle editors.
Typically, results 4-7.
Safe, trusted sites that are not written specifically for kids, but have content written in a simple way, easy for kids to understand. Handpicked and checked by Kiddle editors.
Typically, results 4-7.
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Another nice feature of Kiddle is that certain words are blocked. So if your child goes looking for things like "butts" or "penis" or "Pamela Anderson" on Kiddle, they will get the fun robot visual and the message, "Oops, looks like your query contained some bad words. Please try again!" You can add words to the Kiddle keyword block form or even add sites to the site blocking form. This does make Kiddle more child friendly.
Mirror reports that it is not completely successful though in blocking undesirable results saying, "But in some cases, it does not manage this too successfully -- such as in these searches for Khloe Kardashian and Vanessa Hudgens." Mirror provides several results from their searches on Kiddle that show sites that you would not want your children to view. You might want to try doing some searches on Kiddle on your own, too!
The truth is that most of what Kiddle does can be accomplished with a good site blocking tool, parental supervision, and knowledge of how to control your Google settings. No matter what technology you use to keep your kids safe on the Internet, the best thing you can do is make sure that you are present when your children use the Internet. Kiddle can help but having a parent in the room will always be your best bet. Use Internet tools like Kiddle with an observant eye!
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