The internet can be fun, but there are some dangers. By following a few simple guidelines you can stay safe online:
Your private information should stay private: don’t give out personal details, passwords or other private information online, and make sure you set your privacy settings so only those people you know and trust can access your information.
Once you share, it’s out there: although most sites will have a ‘delete post’ option, once you have put something up, anyone can save it and re-post it.
Think twice before posting: don’t upload or post photos or videos that you wouldn’t be happy for other people to see. If you wouldn’t print and pass these images around your school or show your mum or dad, they are not appropriate to share by phone or online.
Be careful who you chat to: if somebody adds you as a friend but you don't know them, delete their request and ignore their messages. And don’t meet up with people you've met online – not everyone is who they say they are.
Remember, if anything makes you feel upset, scared or uncomfortable, tell an adult you trust.