Gemini for kids: what are the risks and limits of Google’s AI?

Publié : 3 October 2025
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Google Gemini for kids: AI finally opens up to under-13s! 🚀

🧸 Google Gemini for under-13s: a bold or risky bet?

Frankly, when I heard that Google’s AI for kids was about to become a reality, I thought“are they serious? Admittedly, Google is taking a rather risky gamble. On the one hand, you can understand their strategy – to capture the attention of users at an early age (clever, very clever). On the other, it raises a whole host of questions about children’s safety in the digital world

🔒 Gemini’s limitations for children: essential safeguards

Obviously, Gemini for kids won’t be the same version as the one offered to adults. Google has put in place a whole host of barriers andlimitations to adapt its AI to this particular audience. After all, kids aren’t going to be able to fall for just anything, are they? What’s more, Gemini for Kids will be equipped with fun and educational features to stimulate their creativity while ensuring their safety. Thanks to advanced data analysis tools, this AI will be able to understand the specific preferences and needs of young users, offering a personalized experience. In short, it’s a delicate balance between technological innovation and child protection in the digital world

👪 Family Link: the central role of parents

Google hasn’t done things by halves (for once, I’m just saying). Parents will have a hand in EVERY aspect of Gemini for Kids. Via the Family Link app, they’ll be able to keep an eye on interactions, limit usage time and even consult conversation history. It’s a bit like Big Brother, but with a“caring parents” twist… What’s more, Google is committed to ensuring the security of young users’ data, while integrating an environmental impact analysis into its practices. Parents can therefore be reassured that their children’s privacy will be respected, while contributing to ecological awareness. In this way, the application becomes not only a monitoring tool, but also an educational one, encouraging responsible behavior from an early age

🤔 Google AI education: why target the youngest?

Now that’s the million-euro question (or dollar question, since we’re talking about Google). Some will say it’s a way of getting the next generation used to their services from an early age. Others will see it as a response to the growing demand for AI education tools adapted to the digital age. Personally, I think it’s a bit of both… (and I’d add a good dose of long-term business strategy, but shhh, don’t say that too loudly) 🤫

What do you think of Gemini for kids? 💭

Frankly, I’d love to know what you think! Would you let your kids use Google Gemini minus 13? Do you think this Google AI for kids is a great idea or completely creepy? Personally, I’m divided… On the one hand, it could be a great tool for Google AI education, on the other… I wonder if it’s really necessary at that age? Don’t hesitate to share your opinion in the comments! And if you know any parents who are interested in the subject of Gemini Parental Controls, please share this article with them, it could be of serious interest to them 😉

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