Youths (under 18)
Learn how to stay safe online and protect your personal information. Explore tips on spotting online risks, using privacy settings and knowing what to do if you face online harm.
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How to Protect Your Personal Data Online
Staying safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
What you share online can say more about you than you think. Learn how to protect your personal data and stay in control of your digital life.
Youths (under 18)
How to Protect Your Privacy Online
Staying safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
Take charge of your privacy online. Learn how to manage who contacts you, control what others see and keep your devices and accounts secure.
Youths (under 18)
Manage Your Digital Footprint to Prevent Online Harms
Staying safe online
Navigating online risks
Everything you do online, from posting on social media to visiting websites, creates a digital footprint that follows you over time. Learn how you can manage your digital footprint to stay safer online and reduce the risks of online harms such as stalking, doxxing and impersonation.
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Practise Good Netiquette and Be an Upstander to Prevent Online Harassment
Staying safe online
Navigating online risks
Your online behaviour affects both you and others. Online harassment can start small, through rude comments, teasing or careless sharing. Practising good netiquette helps prevent harm, while being an upstander helps stop it from escalating. Together, these actions create a safer and more respectful online space.
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Reaching Out for Help and Support
Staying safe online
Navigating online risks
Spending time online can be fun, but sometimes things do not go as expected. You may come across something upsetting or feel pressured into doing something you are not comfortable with. When this happens, remember you do not have to handle it alone.
Youths (under 18)
Staying Safe on Discord
Staying safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
Discord is a platform where you can chat with friends and join communities based on your interests, such as gaming. It is a fun way to explore shared interests, but messages and interactions can sometimes feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Knowing how to adjust your settings can help you stay safe online.
Youths (under 18)
Staying Safe on Facebook
Staying safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
Facebook connects you with family, friends and interest groups, and lets you share moments from your life. What you post, see and engage with can shape your online experience. Learning how Facebook works and adjusting your settings can help you stay safe online.
Youths (under 18)
Staying Safe on Instagram
Staying safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
Instagram connects you with friends and influencers, and lets you share photos and videos. What you post, see and engage with can shape your online experience. Learning how Instagram works and adjusting your settings can help you stay safe online.
Youths (under 18)
Staying Safe on Messenger
Staying safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
Messenger is a messaging app where you can chat with friends and family, share photos or videos, and join group chats. It is a great way to stay connected, but messages can sometimes feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Knowing how to adjust your settings can help you stay safe online.
Youths (under 18)
Staying Safe on Reddit
Staying safe online
Setting privacy and safety controls
Reddit lets you join communities, share posts and discuss topics that interest you. It is a useful platform to learn new things and explore ideas, but interactions can sometimes feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Knowing how to adjust your settings can help you stay safe online.
Youths (under 18)