Children running together, enjoying time outdoors
CyberBreak / 16–17 October 2026

Less screen.
More together.

Join Ireland’s 24-hour digital detox.
Disconnect to reconnect.

Join CyberBreak
A pause with purpose

One day.
More real life.

From 7pm on Friday 16 October to 7pm on Saturday 17 October, families, schools and workplaces across Ireland will step away from smart devices.

Make space for the people, places and little moments around you.

7pm Friday → 7pm Saturday
A national pause

More moments.
Fewer notifications.

CyberBreak brings families, schools and workplaces together for a 24-hour break from smart devices.

Sign up for CyberBreak
A family enjoying time together outdoors
Disconnect to reconnect.
Make it your CyberBreak

Pick your pause.

A few ideas to get you started.

Make room for family time.

Switch off together. Pick something everyone can enjoy.

01

Get outside

02

Bake together

03

Play a board game

Ready to take part? Register with CyberSafeKids for campaign resources.

Register for CyberBreak