Smartphones, tablets, computers... screens are everywhere — bringing both opportunities and risks. While digital tools unlock extraordinary pathways for learning and social connection, they can also become traps. Too much screen time can lead to isolation, sleep disorders, musculoskeletal strain and other issues that affect children’s overall health. Globally, one in three children with online access is affected by cyberbullying, according to Philip Jaffé of the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child. A recent study found that in France, 23% of children are impacted. And the consequences are serious: victims are three times more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression, increasing the risk of long-term psychological distress (UNICEF Innocenti Research Centre).
Launched in February 2024, our #ForGoodConnections initiative reflects our mission as a responsible operator. It focuses on three goals: promoting healthier digital habits, reducing children’s screen time and actively combating cyberbullying.
To achieve this, we’re adopting a 360° approach : Support for partner organizations, Awareness workshops to teach safe online habits and social media reflexes, Innovative products and services designed to help families adopt safer digital practices — including offers created specifically to guide children in the use of their first smartphone. Because this important milestone should come with more than just a phone plan!
In Europe
Products and services designed to protect children
We offer tailored solutions that go beyond simple parental controls. These innovative offerings combine connectivity and security, while promoting family dialogue and teaching responsible digital habits.
France
SaferPhone provides a mobile plan with a comprehensive Child Protection Pack: parental controls, anti-cyberbullying alerts and blocking of unwanted calls.
Slovakia
the Paušálik offer provides a controlled mobile experience for children aged 6-18
Poland
we’ve developed Safe Solutions For Children, a tool that combines a mobile plan with the parental protection app Safe Child Online. This app detects cyberbullying, alerts parents, controls screen time and sets safe geographic zones.
Belgium
Smartphone Pass turns the milestone of a first mobile phone into a shared learning experience. Parents and children complete an interactive quiz together about screen time , privacy and online safety, encouraging dialogue rather than imposed rules.
At Orange, protecting children is not optional, it’s a crucial part of our purpose. Our policy on the rights and protection of children in the digital age defines how we turn this commitment into concrete action.
This policy serves as our compass : it defines the principles, standards and behaviors expected at all levels of the company and guides our decisions each day.
Our policy on the rights and protection of children
