The present study addresses the perceptions of adolescent girls in Guerrero, Mexico, regarding the supervision of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) by parents and teachers. It recognizes the importance of understanding these perceptions in the context of the increasing influence of ICT in the lives of adolescents and their impact on their development and online safety. A study was conducted involving 1900 participants, with 1260 girls from secondary school and 640 from high school, through a structured survey. Frequency analyses, measures of central tendency, and correlations were employed to examine the responses of the adolescent girls and understand their opinions on ICT supervision. The results revealed significant differences between the perceptions of secondary school and high school girls regarding ICT supervision. Secondary school girls showed a more favorable opinion towards supervision, while high school girls expressed greater concerns about privacy invasion. This study highlights the importance of considering adolescent girls’ perceptions regarding ICT supervision to develop more effective policies and educational practices. Furthermore, it underscores the need to promote safe and responsible use of ICT among adolescents by tailoring interventions to the specific needs of each group. Ultimately, this study is expected to contribute to creating a safer and more positive digital environment for future generations.

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