Prolific North Feature — North West Entrepreneur Launches Liaura - safe social media for children
- Liaura App
- Sep 25
- 2 min read
Safe social media for children
We’re thrilled to share that Prolific North recently spotlighted Liaura in a feature titled “North West entrepreneur launches safe social media platform for children as young as 8”. This is a moment we’ve been working toward — seeing our mission reach a wider audience and spark conversation.
Why this matters
Liaura isn’t just another app. It’s our vision for a safer, more intentional digital world for children, where wellbeing, learning, and connection come first. That Prolific North recognized that in its coverage is validation — but also encouragement to keep pushing.
In the article, they highlight how Liaura is built to comply with the Online Safety Act, enabling children to interact only with approved friends, under guardian visibility and moderation. They also call out our “Learn & Play Zone,” where kids earn “Aura Points” through activities like Eco Island Rescue and Just Chill, building values like confidence, curiosity, and kindness.
Founder Hugh Shepherd is quoted describing his own experiences and why he wanted to make a “safe space” rather than build walls. “Digital safety isn’t simply about managing risk or enforcing rules, it’s about building readiness, cultivating confidence, resilience, and critical thinking for the complex digital world children are inheriting.”
What this means for Liaura
Visibility in the North-West & UK tech ecosystem — exposure among investors, educators, parents, and partners.
A chance to amplify our message: safe doesn’t mean sterile; we want digital life to be meaningful and growth-oriented.
Momentum to accelerate our school and corporate partnership strategy, now backed by press recognition.
What’s next
We’ll continue pushing content, features, and partnerships that live up to what’s been shared in the press.
We’re actively opening Liaura to corporate benefits and school deployments — if you’re reading this and part of an education or employer network, reach out.
Stay tuned for updates: new designs, new Worlds, and new ways for families to connect safely.
Thank you to Prolific North for sharing our journey. For everyone who believed in this mission from day one — this is for you.
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