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    Article: At what age is it advisable to give a child a GPS watch?

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    At what age is it advisable to give a child a GPS watch?

    The safety and wellbeing of the little ones is one of families' main concerns. With children becoming ever more independent and the difficulty of always being present, many parents wonder: at what age is it advisable to give a child a GPS watch?

    There's no single answer, as it depends on the child's maturity, their daily routines and the level of independence they are gradually gaining. However, there are some general recommendations that can help with the decision.

    Between 4 and 7 years old: first steps towards independence

    From the age of 4, children start to have more contact with the school environment, extracurricular activities or outings with relatives. At this stage they don't need a smartphone, but they do need a device that lets them stay in touch in a simple, safe way.

    A children's GPS watch becomes the best tool, as it allows parents to locate their children in real time and set up safe zones, while the little ones learn to take responsibility for wearing their watch.

    This is where the Iconic Plus 2 by SaveFamily fits perfectly, designed for children aged 4 to 7, with an SOS button, video calls, secure WhatsApp and class mode.

    What's more, parents can activate class mode to regulate the use of the watch during school hours and decide whether or not to enable access to secure WhatsApp, so they always keep control over how and when the device is used.

    From the age of 8: more independence and connectivity

    When children turn 8 or older, they gain independence: they walk to school on their own, visit friends or take part in sporting activities. In this context, the GPS watch becomes an essential tool, as it offers more advanced features: route history, facial unlocking, smooth video calls and a music player.

    This way, the children's smartwatch not only ensures safety, but also adapts to their new communication and entertainment needs, without having to give them a mobile phone at such an early age.

    Factors to consider before deciding

    Beyond age, there are aspects parents should weigh up before giving a child a GPS watch:

    • The child's maturity: whether they understand the importance of always wearing it.
    • The school environment: many schools allow these watches because they have a class mode that blocks games and distractions. What's more, in a context where the ban on mobile phones in classrooms is already a reality in Spain and is being regulated in each autonomous community, children's GPS watches are establishing themselves as a real, safe alternative that allows communication and location without breaching school rules.
    • Family needs: if the child is already starting to go to certain activities alone, it's a great help.

    A safe alternative to the mobile phone

    More and more experts recommend delaying giving children their first smartphone, as it entails access to social media, the internet and unsupervised apps. A GPS watch, on the other hand, lets you stay in touch and ensure safety without the risks of a mobile phone.

    If you'd like to explore the features further and how to choose the right model, we recommend reading our article: How to choose the best children's GPS watch for your child?.

    In general, from the age of 4 it's already advisable for children to use a GPS watch suited to their age. First as a simple safety and communication tool, and later, from the age of 8, with more advanced features that support their independence.

    The goal is clear: to give children independence while parents keep the peace of mind of knowing they are safe and located at all times.