The term “sending nudes” means the sending of explicit photos via apps such as Snapchat, WhatsApp or other messaging platforms. It has replaced the term “sexting” in recent years.
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What to do if you think your child is being groomed
It can be difficult to spot the signs of online grooming in your child but there are some signs that you should look out for.
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Digital piracy is the practice of downloading and distributing copyrighted content digitally without permission, such as music or software.
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A screenshot is a vital tool that can be used for everything from saving a recipe to presenting as evidence of cyberbullying or grooming.
Continue readingWhat to do if your child is a victim of online harassment
Learning that your child has been a victim of online harassment can be deeply distressing. Here are a few steps you can take if it happens.
Continue readingData protection and the age of digital consent
The age of digital consent is the minimum age a user must be before an internet company can collect, process and store their data
Continue readingRemote Learning: 4 ways to protect your child’s privacy during online education
Remote learning is a new way of schooling for many families. Here are a few ways to protect your child’s privacy during online education
Continue readingGot a new device? Here’s what you need to do to protect it
While parents/carers might worry about giving a child a new device, there are ways to protect it to increase their online safety.
Continue readingThe Do’s and Don’ts of posting pictures of your children online
There are some potential harms associated with sharenting. Here are the Dos and Don’ts to consider before posting photos of children online.
Continue readingPhishing: What to look out for and how to avoid getting scammed
‘Phishing’ is the term used to describe fraudulent attempts to gain access to your personal information like your bank details or passwords
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