‘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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WhatsApp is the world’s most popular instant messaging app. Here are the features that are crucial in ensuring your child’s safety online
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Once your child goes online, they need a screen name and password. Here are a few tips to make sure both are as secure as they can be
Continue readingThe Filter Factor: How much can you block from your child?
With most online sites and services offering kid-friendly settings, it can be tempting to assume that your child is in safe hands.
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If you remember a time when the easiest way to answer a question was to find it in a book, you’re most likely a so-called ‘digital immigrant’.
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Building your child’s online confidence means they’re more likely to come to you if they encounter something that upsets them.
Continue readingHow to talk to your child about online pornography
Most parents dread having a conversation about online pornography with their child or teenager but it’s an important one to have.
Continue readingHow to talk to your child about viral online challenges
Viral challenges come and go, and many of them aren’t likely to put us in serious danger – however, some can be potentially harmful.
Continue readingHow to teach your child to spot fake news
Fake news (or disinformation) is often used to mislead us about politics, health, the environment and other important aspects of our lives.
Continue readingThe Do’s and Don’ts of online dating
Although the minimum age for using dating apps is 18, your young person might use social media platforms to chat with potential love interests.
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