Torch. A simple router for digital parenting.

A project in Chattanooga, TN by Torch
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Torch is a smart, wifi router that offers parents digital peace of mind as their kids explore the internet.
Backers: 1030
Average Pledge Per Backer: $158

Funded: $162,401 of $150,000
Dates: Oct 20th -> Nov 19th (31 days)
Project By: Torch
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Latest News

Chattanooga leads Southeast in innovative crowdfunding campaigns on Kickstarter

May 1st - via: timesfreepress.com
In 2011, Matt Rogers, Tiffany Rogers and Shawn Clouse had a fizzy dream. (Read More)

“Started from the bottom now we here…”

November 17th - via: kickstarter.com
We have passed our Kickstarter goal!  We are so excited to continue to the next step in our journey. Thank you to everyone who has supported us and continues to support us as we work toward our vision of making digital parenting easier. You guys... (Read More)

Kickstarter Update 2 Days to go!

November 16th - via: kickstarter.com
What a ride it has been! We are closing in on the end of our Kickstarter campaign (58 hours to go!) and are SO close to our goal! Thank you to all who have supported, backed, shared, liked, or sent us some good vibes. We have learned so much in this... (Read More)

A message from torch CEO Shelley Prevost!

November 15th - via: kickstarter.com
You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00 00:00  (Read More)

Everything is awesome!

November 12th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

There’s a lot happening in the world of Torch this week!

November 7th - via: kickstarter.com
First of all, we released our new (and probably favorite) ad, all about how ridiculous things can become when you negotiate with your kids over screen-time. Check it out: You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with... (Read More)

We’ve been hunted…

November 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Kickstarter Staff Pick!

October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
It’s an exciting day at the Torch office! We were thrilled to have gotten the news last night that we are a Kickstarter Staff Pick! So honored that others are excited about what we are building over at Torch! Speaking of building, we received some... (Read More)

Take Back Bedtime

October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all for the support and excitement over the last 8 days! We have passed the $50,000 mark which means we’re ⅓ of the way to our goal! We might sound like a broken record, but we’re so grateful to everyone supporting this important... (Read More)

Torch Smart Router

October 26th - via: uncrate.com
Built with parents in mind, the Torch Smart Router has plenty of applications outside of just monitoring your children. (Read More)

Torch in Production: China Edition.

October 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Oct. 24, 2015 Torch visits China! It has been an exciting week at Torch Headquarters! We are 28% funded with 25 days to go. Thank you to everyone who has pre-ordered their Torch! And please help spread the word about Torch to any parents out there.... (Read More)

Fancy Rhino Plays With Blue Balls for Torch

October 23rd - via: adweek.com
Chattanooga, Tennessee-based creative agency Fancy Rhino launched a campaign for Torch, “a router with simple parental tools that will focus on content filtering, time management, and reporting.” (Read More)

Torch: A smart WiFi router that's made for parents

October 21st - via: coolmomtech.com
The Torch Wi-Fi router gives parents insights into the Internet habits of their kids (Read More)

Thank You Early Supporters!

October 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Day 1 is in the books! And what a day it was! Thanks to you, our first supporters, we have already reached 15% of our goal in less than 24 hours. We are so thrilled to know that other parents out there are as passionate as we are about making digital... (Read More)

Digital Parenting Router "Torch" Quickly Gains Nearly $20,000 Just Hours After Kickstarter Launch

October 20th - via: crowdfundinsider.com
Seeking to make the Internet safer for children, Tennessee startup Torch has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter to raise $150,000 for its self-titled digital parenting router. (Read More)

Torch A Simple Router To Keep Your Children Safe Online (video)

October 20th - via: geeky-gadgets.com
The Torch smart wireless simple router has a variety of settings that make it easy for parents to control a family’s digital presence as well as letting their children explore. (Read More)

CEO Mom Launches Kickstarter to Help Parents Manage Their Kids on the Internet with Her Simple, Powerful Wi-Fi Router

October 20th - via: prnewswire.com
"We allow parents to weed out what's harmful so their kids have room to be curious—and parents can worry less and encourage their children's interests and enthusiasm more." (Read More)

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