Eliza Trenholm helps families find confidence, clarity, and calm in the digital age through practical, heart-centered guidance.
When Eliza Trenholm first began working in cybersecurity, she never imagined her professional expertise would one day lead her to the world of parenting books. Yet the connection was clear. After years of helping companies defend their systems from cyber threats, she began to see a parallel danger at home. Children were growing up surrounded by devices, social media, and online games, but parents had little training to keep them safe in these digital spaces.
That realization sparked an entirely new mission.
“I wanted to write books that don’t shame parents or scare them,” Eliza explains. “Parents don’t need doom and gloom. They need simple steps, scripts, and real guidance they can use today.”
Her words have resonated deeply with readers around the world. Eliza Trenholm, author, cybersecurity expert, and mother, is now a trusted voice in the movement for digital safety and balance. Through her growing library of books, including The 5 Rules of Digital Parenting, Unplug Together, and 10 Clues You Leave Online, she translates complex cybersecurity concepts into relatable, family-friendly strategies that help parents protect their children while fostering healthy tech habits.
A Mission Born from Real-World Experience
Before she ever wrote a single page, Eliza spent years inside government and private cybersecurity environments. She saw firsthand how online threats evolve and how easily ordinary people can fall victim to digital risks without realizing it. That insider experience became the foundation of her work.
“I’ve seen how online threats evolve from inside both government and private cybersecurity sectors,” she says. “My goal is to bring that insider knowledge to families in a way that is practical, calm, and empowering.”
Unlike many parenting authors who approach technology from a psychological or behavioral lens, Eliza writes with the authority of someone who understands how hackers think and how vulnerabilities form. Her advice is rooted in real-world systems and security patterns, yet her delivery is warm, accessible, and grounded in empathy.
Empowering Parents in a Hyperconnected World
Every generation of parents faces new challenges, but none have been as fast-changing as those created by the digital revolution. From cyberbullying and catfishing to misinformation and gaming addiction, the threats facing children online multiply every year. Most parents, Eliza discovered, feel overwhelmed and underprepared.
“Parents aren’t failing,” she says. “They’re facing challenges no previous generation ever had to navigate. I write to give them clarity, confidence, and simple steps they can use right away.”
Each of her books offers more than warnings. They include scripts for difficult conversations, checklists for privacy settings, and family routines that restore calm. Unplug Together, her four-week digital detox guide, has been especially praised for helping households reset their relationship with technology.
In her upcoming age-specific guides, Eliza aims to tailor advice for parents of children at different developmental stages, from early childhood to late teens, recognizing that digital safety looks different at every age.
Beyond Safety: Building Digital Resilience
Eliza’s message goes beyond online protection. She believes families should not just defend against digital risks, but also build resilience, critical thinking, and confidence.
“Technology is not the enemy,” she explains. “Lack of guidance is. When families understand digital risks and build healthy habits, they gain the freedom to enjoy technology without fear.”
Her book 10 Clues You Leave Online teaches teens to think like digital detectives, helping them understand how data trails work and how to safeguard their privacy. Meanwhile, The Family Digital Safety Handbook, her latest release available on Amazon, distills her core principles into actionable advice for parents of all backgrounds.
While The 5 Rules of Digital Parenting has already been a successful release in print, it’s now set to expand its reach even further. Due to its popularity, this well-received book will soon be available in audiobook format on Audible, launching in January 2026. With early readers describing it as ‘relieving’ and ‘life-changing,’ the audiobook will offer busy families a convenient way to engage with its valuable insights.
A Trusted Voice for the Modern Family
Eliza’s writing stands out for its tone, calm, clear, and deeply human. Her readers often describe her as the reassuring voice missing from the digital safety conversation. Instead of scaring parents with worst-case scenarios, she empowers them with knowledge and compassion.
“Children today are growing up in a digital environment their parents never experienced at the same age,” she notes. “Closing that gap is one of the most important things we can do for their safety and wellbeing.”
It is this bridge, the gap between professional cybersecurity and everyday parenting, that makes Eliza Trenholm’s work uniquely valuable. She writes for parents who want to guide their children with confidence rather than control.
Helping Families Thrive, Not Just Survive
As digital risks continue to evolve, Eliza’s mission remains constant: to help families thrive online and offline. Her expanding Digital Safety for Families series is becoming an essential resource for households worldwide, combining technical expertise with emotional intelligence.
For parents seeking to create balance, her books are both a shield and a compass, offering protection, perspective, and peace of mind in a world that never switches off.
Readers can explore her full catalog, download free resources, and join her mailing list for updates and special pricing at www.elizatrenholm.com.
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