There are lots of
things you can do to keep yourself safe online.
1.Think before you post
Why?
Don’t upload or share anything you
wouldn’t want your parents, carers, teachers or future employers seeing. Once
you post something, you lose control of it, especially if someone else
screenshots or shares it. It will be there forever.
2. Don’t share personal details
What?
These are your address, phone number, full name, school and date of birth.
3. Watching out for phishing and scams
Who?
Phishing is basically when someone
tries to trick you into giving them information, for example like your
password. Someone might also try to trick you by saying it is a legitimate source.
But why?
Never click links from emails or messages that ask you to log in or share your
details, even if you think they might be genuine. If you’re asked to log into a
website, always go to the app or site directly or ask an adult to help you.
4. Think about who you’re talking to
Where?
Anywhere Online! There are lots of ways that people
try to trick you into trusting them online. Even if you like and trust someone
you’ve met online, never share personal information with them. Only have people
you know on your social media, many platforms assist in public post like twitter
or TikTok for example. Its okay to engage in posts. However be very careful not
to give personal information or meet with strangers from online.
5. Never give out your password
When?
Never should you ever give out your
password or log-in information to anyone. Make sure you pick a strong password.
What to do if things go wrong?
- Talk to someone you trust like an adult at school or someone you trust
- Talk to Childline
- Report bullying and abuse directly to the website or app you are using
- Tell the police by making a report to CEOP online if someone is threatening or blackmailing you
If you feel you would like to go over any of these points Mr Rooke or Miss Burton will be happy to advise you further.
Stay alert and safe online at all times.
