Bark

Bark is an AI-powered safety platform designed to help parents and schools protect children from online threats such as cyberbullying, grooming, sexting, and suicidal ideation. The platform monitors over 30 social media networks, text messages, and emails using advanced machine learning that "reads" for context rather than just searching for keywords. When the AI detects a potential issue, it sends an alert to the parent or administrator, providing the context of the interaction and expert recommendations on how to handle the situation. For the public good, Bark serves as a vital safeguard in the digital age, having analyzed over 5 billion messages and prevented thousands of self-harm incidents. The company offers Bark for Schools for free to all K-12 schools in the U.S., providing a layer of protection for students using school-issued devices and accounts. By balancing child privacy with proactive safety monitoring, Bark empowers families and educators to have meaningful conversations about digital safety and mental health.