How safe are your kids online?
Hanging out online is a regular part of life for most young people.
You can support your child to manage the risks in their online world but still enjoy its benefits.
For info tailored specifically for young people, check out our kids' info portal.
Anything your child likes, saves, tags, shares or posts can be:
Searched
Shared
Copied
Made public
Your digital footprint is permanent.
Help your child create a positive digital footprint
- Regularly check their privacy and security settings with them
- Regularly Google their name together to see what is publicly visible
Help your child have a good online reputation by teaching them the 4Rs
- RESPECT others
- Be RESPONSIBLE
- Use REASONING
- Be RESILIENT
Talking to your kids about online grooming
Teach your child about 'gut feelings'
Discuss safe and unsafe secrets
Discuss online boundaries and how to respond if someone crosses a boundary
Create a plan for what to do when stuff goes wrong
Could they be addicted to gaming?
Here's how to tell if your child's online gaming might be impacting their life negatively.
1 in 5 young people
in Australia experience social exclusion, threats or abuse online
Supporting your child to manage the risks on the internet means they can safely enjoy all the benefits it has to offer.
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