Like many parents, we feel torn. On the one hand, our kids want a phone. They want to message friends, find their way home, and just feel like part of the group. And we want them to fit in, too. But on the other hand, we’re all too aware of what’s lurking behind a normal smartphone screen — and it’s terrifying.

We’ve read the headlines, seen the stats, and heard stories from friends. Kids spending eight hours a day glued to screens. Exposure to harmful content. Secret social media accounts. Online bullying. Predators disguised as peers. And worst of all — a growing body of evidence linking unrestricted phone use to anxiety, depression, and poor sleep.

That’s why we’re building Sayph. It’s a mobile phone designed for children and young people — but one that parents can genuinely trust. Our phones come preloaded with a custom version of Android that’s locked down, safe, and tailored for growing kids. You, the parent, decide what apps they can access, when they can use them, and who they can talk to. As your child matures, you can gradually unlock more freedom — on your terms.

This isn’t about helicopter parenting or cutting kids off from the world. It’s about creating a stepping stone — a safer way for them to build independence without being dropped into the digital deep end.

We believe giving your child a phone shouldn’t mean giving up your peace of mind. Sayph is our way of solving that — for our families, and hopefully, for yours too.

We’re starting small, but we’d love for you to join us on this journey. Why not sign up for our waiting list, to find out as soon as we’re ready to launch?

Let’s give our kids the freedom to grow — safely.