SurveillanceIs “DL” something to worry about? More Surveillance terms
DL
Risk flagDown Low—code to keep conversation secret or off-the-record, often combined with parent-alert warnings.
How kids use it
Used before discussing drugs, sexual content, or other risky behavior that must stay hidden from parents.
"DL" is about avoiding adult eyes. That’s developmentally normal — every generation had a version of it — but it tells you where your current setup has gaps.
- Don’t make it a gotcha. The goal is a setup that works even when they route around one tool.
- Do the 10-minute audit for hidden and disguised apps vault-app audit →