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People Online

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People Online

The Internet has meant that we can communicate with people all over the world. Some people make friends and contacts online.

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Knowing who you talk to

  • Some people talk to people they have met online and never met in real life.
  • You do not really know the people you only chat with online.
  • Sometimes it can feel like you do know the people you meet online.
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Talking about online safely

  • Some people lie about who they are and some people have bad intentions.
  • It is safer to chat online with friends and family you know in real life.
  • Never give out any personal information to online-only contacts.
  • Use a nickname and an avatar.
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Child-friendly sites

  • Most social media sites have age restrictions to protect children.
    • Only use child-friendly sites on the internet.
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Never meet up

  • NEVER meet up with someone you have only met online without telling more than one trusted adult in real life.
  • NEVER meet anyone new without a trusted adult present.
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If you need help...

  • Talk to a trusted adult if you are worried about anyone’s behaviour online.

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