Step 1

Download SafetyMode or purchase an OtherPhone

Download SafetyMode from the Google Play Store on a compatible Android device, or purchase an OtherPhone with SafetyMode pre-installed.

SafetyMode Free is available to all users at no cost. Upgrade to SafetyMode Plus for remote management and email alerts.

OtherPhone users get their first three months of Plus free.

SafetyMode is continually updated to keep pace with new threats to child safety.

Which option is right for me?

OtherPhone: £279. SafetyMode Plus: £5.99/month.

Get started sept 2026
Step 2

Onboarding and getting connected

Once the phone is switched on, you’ll be guided through the onboarding process.

  1. Set up your SafetyMode parent account
  2. Follow on-screen instructions to grant SafetyMode permissions (app only)
  3. Configure SafetyMode settings to protect your child
  4. Optional - Connect a Google account to Google Play Store
Step 3

Download apps & set custom guardrails

Download the apps your child needs from the Google Play Store.


Set custom app schedules for school days, evenings, and weekends.

  • Customise safety features to fit your family
  • Tweak content filters across graphic, explicit and bullying content
  • Turn on location tracking
  • Switch to a distraction-free “brick phone” layout
  • Upgrade for notifications of concerning activity
Explore safety features
Step 4

Check in as they grow

Start your child’s journey with SafetyMode, and empower them to explore, create, connect and discover. If they encounter inappropriate content, it’s blocked or flagged the moment it appears.

Check in at any time through the SafetyMode Plus portal.

As your child grows, you can revisit boundaries together.

Download now!
Learn more

Insights