Pause the autoplay
Make videos a choice, not a surprise. Start with your playback settings.
Find your settings
A little care for your online world
Protect your peace.
Curate your feed.
You can care about what’s happening and still choose not to watch. Small, thoughtful steps can make your online world feel a little safer. For you and the people you love.
Gentle guidance. No graphic content. Always your choice.
A softer place to start
Small steps. A little more peace.
You don’t need to do everything at once. Start with what feels right.
Make your feed yours
Mute words, filter sensitive content, and follow what feels good for you.
Curate your feedLook out for little ones
A few settings and an honest conversation can make a big difference.
Care for your familyTake a little breather
Step away from the scroll. There’s a whole world waiting outside it.
Make space for a breakMore choice, less surprise
Your feed should feel like yours.
Pick a platform. Give yourself a little more say in what you see.
- Switch off the Autoplay toggle on the video player. Also turn off previews under Settings → General → Playback in feeds, where available.
- Use “Not interested” or “Don’t recommend channel” on recommendations you don’t want. Restricted Mode can help limit mature content, but isn’t a guarantee.
- For children, choose YouTube Kids or a supervised account. Autoplay settings don’t stop every preview, Short, ad, or live video.
Settings vary by account, device, and region. Filters reduce risk, not eliminate it. A feed break is the most reliable way to avoid unexpected content.
Which words could I mute?
Start with neutral terms such as “execution,” “firing squad,” “Nidal Hasan,” “Fort Hood,” “December 3,” and “Dec 3.” Add related hashtags, names, and spelling variations. Broad terms like “live” can hide unrelated posts too. You don’t need to search for footage to make this list, and keyword filters cannot catch every image or video.
A gentle heads-up · December 3, 2026
Prepare for upsetting content without seeking it out.
Reuters reported on October 8 that the Pentagon plans to livestream an execution scheduled for December 3. Plans may change, and this guide does not confirm a broadcast time. Clips and reposts may circulate afterward. You do not need to watch to stay informed.
Read the Reuters reportExternal news coverage may contain distressing descriptions. We never link to the broadcast or footage.
Care that grows with them
For the little people
in your world.
Safety settings help. Feeling safe enough to talk helps, too. Keep the conversation simple, honest, and free of graphic details.
“You might see something upsetting online. You don’t have to look. And if you do, you can always come to me. I’ll be here for you.”
Set up their devices together
Use Apple Screen Time or Google Family Link. Review app access, web restrictions, smart TVs, and consoles. SafeSearch helps with search results, not every app.
Choose age-appropriate spaces
Use YouTube Kids or a supervised account instead of an unrestricted account. Check each platform’s minimum age. Stay nearby when younger children are watching.
Make a no-blame plan
If something upsetting appears: close it, put the device down, and tell a trusted adult. Don’t ask a child to replay or describe it in detail. Listen and offer reassurance.
Make room for real life
A little plan for
a quieter day.
Choose a feed break around the broadcast and the days after. Turn off nonessential notifications and link previews where possible. Let your group chats know: “Please don’t send graphic clips or images.”
A walk. A shared meal. A good book.
Something that brings you back to your own world.
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My care checklist · Kindly
My small steps
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You’re allowed to take a moment.
If you’ve seen something upsetting, close it. Put your feet on the floor.
Look around and name five things you can see.
A gentle breath
Breathe naturally. Skip this if it doesn’t feel comfortable. Sound is optional: a quiet hush with a soft chime as each breath turns.
Try a sip of water, a short walk, or a conversation with someone you trust. If distress persists or affects sleep or daily life, a counselor or healthcare professional can help.
Need support right now?
If you feel unsafe or might hurt yourself or someone else, contact local emergency services or a crisis service now. In the US, call or text 988. Elsewhere, find a local helpline. Children can tell a trusted adult. This guide is not medical care.
A little care can go a long way.
Pass along the guidance. Not the footage.