Hello Reader,

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Welcome to the September edition of The Family Home Tech Bulletin! I'm Evan Glenn, and I'm genuinely thrilled to have you here as part of our growing community. I want to thank you for all of your support in August. It was a very big month for Family Home Tech.

As we settle into our new fall routines, it's a great time to give our digital lives a quick check-up.

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Spotlight: Check-ups

Fall Digital Check-up

As the fall season begins and routines shift, it's the perfect time for a digital reset. Here are a few simple steps you can take:

• Update Your Devices: That little update notification is a security fix waiting to happen. Make sure to update your phone, computer, and any other devices.
• Review Your Passwords: Take a moment to check your most important accounts. Do you have a long, strong, and unique password for each one?
• Clean Up Your Digital Clutter: Just like you would spring clean your home, fall is a great time to clean up your digital life. Organize your photos, files, and unsubscribe from old newsletters.

Speaking of routines, with the school year in full swing, it's a great time to re-evaluate our digital habits.

Back-to-School Tech Check-Up

Take a moment to think about the devices, apps, and online interactions in your family's life.

• Online Rules Refresher: Have you had a conversation about online rules with your children? A quick refresher can help them remember to think before they post or click.
• Digital Footprint: Do your children understand that what they post online creates a digital footprint that can follow them into the future?
• Cyberbullying: It's important to remind them what to do if they see or experience cyberbullying.

One of the biggest challenges for families today is finding a healthy balance, and I’ve got some great resources for you.

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Featured Read:

Screen Time & Digital Balance

The battle against screen time is real, but it doesn't have to be a fight. My blog post, "How to Reduce Screen Time for Kids and Create a Balanced Digital Life," gives you practical, no-nonsense tips for setting healthy boundaries and making tech a positive force for your family. ​ Read now

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Family Connections: Using Tech to Stay Close

Technology provides countless opportunities to bridge the distance and stay connected with loved ones, no matter where they are. In my blog post, "Stay Connected: 6 Tech Tools for Easy Family Connections," I break down the best tools and tips to strengthen family bonds through technology. ​ Read Now

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And here is a quick tip that you can implement today to protect your digital life.

Quick Tip: The 3-2-1 Backup Rule!

We prepare for all kinds of disasters in life, but what about a digital one? Imagine losing all your precious photos, videos, and important documents in an instant!

My best advice for truly safeguarding your memories is the simple 3-2-1 Backup Strategy:

• Have at least 3 copies of your important data (your original, plus two backups).
• Store those copies on 2 different types of media (like your computer + an external drive + cloud storage).
• Keep 1 copy offsite (somewhere completely separate from your home, like a friend's house or secure cloud).

This simple yet powerful approach helps ensure your digital memories are safe even if the unexpected happens. It's like insurance for your digital life!

To help you put these ideas into practice, we also have this month's action plan.

This Month’s Action Plan for September:

Your digital life doesn't have to be a source of stress. It can be a source of intentional action. That's why every month, we provide a free Family Action Calendar to help you focus on one key area of digital wellness.

For September, our monthly focus is Mindful Media. This includes weekly actions like:

• Perform a weekly backup of your devices.
• Set aside time for family connections with distant relatives.
• Schedule daily offline time with family.

These simple, consistent actions can make a huge difference in creating a more balanced digital home.

Download Your Free Family Action Calendar

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And speaking of new content and tools, I have some very exciting news!

What's Coming Next at Family Home Tech...

Exciting News! The TECH-LIFE Project Podcast is Coming!

We've been working on a new project for you! I’m launching a new podcast called "The TECH-LIFE Project" where we’ll dive deep into topics from my core philosophy: The 8 Simple Steps to Digital Confidence and Well-Being.

The first episode will be released soon. Make sure you're following us on our social media pages so you don't miss the launch!

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We're always working on new ways to help you master your digital world. Keep an eye out for upcoming articles on topics like navigating screen time battles and understanding online privacy settings. Plus, more valuable printables are always in the works!

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If you're reading this and haven't downloaded our essential kit yet, now's the time! It includes your Cybercrime Emergency Plan, Password Power-Up Checklist, and Digital Memory Protection Plan. Get it here:

Haven't grabbed your FREE Digital Defense Kit yet? ​ Digital Defense Kit

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And of course, for those who are ready for the full roadmap, here's how you can get The TECHSAFE Family Toolkit.

The TECHSAFE Family Toolkit

Ready for the full roadmap to digital confidence? This Bulletin and the free kit are powerful steps! For a complete, comprehensive guide to mastering your family's entire digital home, explore the full TECHSAFE Family Toolkit.

This workbook provides simple, strong ways to protect your family's digital life. And you can write in it and keep your own notes!

Video Tour: Walk Through the Toolkit with Me!

Want to see inside before you buy? You can watch me walk through every chapter and all the interactive elements in a special video tour I put together just for you!

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Watch the Toolkit Video Tour!

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$49.99 TECHSAFE Family Toolkit Now Available In Paperback! I'm incredibly excited to announce that The TECHSAFE Family Toolkit is now officially available in its beautiful softcover workbook format on Amazon! ​ Purchase Paperback Here

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If you've found this newsletter or any of my resources helpful, would you invite your friends to subscribe to the Family Home Tech Bulletin? Let's help more families gain digital confidence!

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Thanks again for being part of the Family Home Tech community. Here's to a safer, healthier, and more connected digital life!

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