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Finally, a safer way to stay connected to your child, without giving them a smartphone.

Designed for South African families who want peace of mind, not screen addiction.

Finally, a safer way to stay connected to your child, without giving them a smartphone.

Designed for South African families who want peace of mind, not screen addiction.

Finally, a safer way to stay connected to your child, without giving them a smartphone.

Designed for South African families who want peace of mind, not screen addiction.

The problem every parent faces

As parents, we’re all trying to answer the same question:

“How do I stay connected to my child… without giving them a phone?”

Because once you give a child a smartphone, it’s not just a phone anymore. It’s:

Exposure to inappropriate content

Social media pressure

Constant screen addiction

And in South Africa, safety isn’t something we can ignore!

So what is the alternative?

Hi, I’m Samantha, a mom of 3 boys, and the founder of Funkyfing.

 

When my eldest son was younger, I faced the same question many parents do:

“How do I stay connected to him… without giving him a phone?”

 

I wasn’t comfortable with:

  • Internet access
  • Social media
  • Or the risks that come with it

But I still wanted to:

  • Know where he is
  • Be able to reach him
  • Give him a sense of independence

So I went looking for a solution…

 

And when I couldn’t find one that truly worked for South African families, I built one.

Samantha Henning / Founder

Funkyfing is not just a watch.
It’s a safer first step into independence.

✔ Stay connected with calls & GPS
✔ Keep control with parent-approved contacts
✔ Protect your child from the dangers of smartphones

So what is the alternative?

Hi, I’m Samantha, a mom of 3 boys, and the founder of Funkyfing.

 

When my eldest son was younger, I faced the same question many parents do:

“How do I stay connected to him… without giving him a phone?”

 

I wasn’t comfortable with:

  • Internet access
  • Social media
  • Or the risks that come with it

But I still wanted to:

  • Know where he is
  • Be able to reach him
  • Give him a sense of independence

So I went looking for a solution…

 

And when I couldn’t find one that truly worked for South African families, I built one.

Samantha Henning / Founder

Funkyfing is not just a watch.
It’s a safer first step into independence.

✔ Stay connected with calls & GPS
✔ Keep control with parent-approved contacts
✔ Protect your child from the dangers of smartphones

More than a product...
 It’s a mission

Mission : Restoring childhood, 
One Funkyfing at a time

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Parents peace of mind

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OUR MISSION

To give every South African child a safer, more protected childhood,  while giving parents the peace of mind they deserve.

 

We are not just selling watches. 

 

We are helping families delay smartphones, and everything that comes with them.

Our mission is simple:

To give every South African child a safer, more protected childhood,  while giving parents 

the peace of mind they deserve.

 

We are not just selling watches. 

 

We are helping families delay smartphones, 

and everything that comes with them.

You can also watch us on YouTube!

Catch all our expert conversations on parenting, bullying, and digital addiction. Tune in to Safe Parenting with Funkyfing on YouTube for real stories, expert insights, and practical advice to protect your child in the digital age.

Go to Youtube Channel

Watch us on YouTube

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You can also watch us om YouTube!

Catch all our expert conversations on parenting, bullying, and digital addiction. Tune in to Safe Parenting with Funkyfing on YouTube for real stories, expert insights, and practical advice to protect your child in the digital age.

Go to Youtube Channel

Give your child independence, safely

Frequently Asked Questions

Isn’t this just another gadget?

No - it’s designed specifically as a safe alternative to a phone.

Will my child actually use it?

Yes - kids love the independence, parents love the control.

Is it worth the price?

For most parents, peace of mind is priceless and can you really put a price on your child's safety?
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