Safety Tips

Not everyone on the Internet has the same goals as you. So, be smart and take a peak at the following online safety tips.

1. Don't forget that your personal profile is a public space.

2. People aren't always who they say they are. Be careful about adding strangers to your Crew.

3. Harassment, hate speech and inappropriate content should be reported ASAP.

4. Don't use adult sites.

5. Understand what you put online will be there forever.

6. Don't post anything that would embarrass you later.

7. Don't mislead people into thinking that you're older or younger.

8. Don't post inappropriate content.

9. Be leery of personal questions from strangers.

10. Talk to your parents about what you do online.

11. Never reveal personally - identifiable information online.

12. Never share your password with other people (except for your parents).

13. Never arrange meetings with strangers.

14. Follow the Internet use rules your parents and school have established.

15. Visit online safety websites.

16. Don't believe everything you read or see online.

17. Don't download files or software without your parents' permission.

18. Don't respond to inappropriate messages or emails.

19. Don't be bullied into fights.

To learn more about online safety, please visit these other resources:

• Netsmartz.org
• SafeTeens.com
• WebWiseKids.org
• WiredSafety.org