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Kids are spending more and more time online, so as parents you need advice to help keep them safe.
You may feel out of touch with Snapchat and Instagram. Do you know who they are chatting to online, what they are uploading, who they are gaming with? What kids are into online changes fast and as parents it can be hard to keep up with new apps and games.
It can be difficult to know how to start talking to your child about what they’re doing online or who they might be speaking to.
There are lots of resources that can help you navigate what can at times feel like an ever changing and complex online world.
Useful Resources
Advice for Parents
Parental Controls advice on setting up parental controls on devices
Parent Zone lots of advice and tips for parents
Internet Matters tips to help parents keep their kids safe online
Internet connected devices are devices or toys that are connected to the internet via WiFi, Bluetooth or a physical connection like a USB cable. They can also be connected to each other.
Instant Messaging guide to the latest trends
a charity ensuring children benefit from technology, free from harm
Virgin Media cybercrime test to help you learn about online crimes and how to stay safe when browsing.
Gaming and Streaming
Gaming advice on online gaming and how to do it safely
Live Streaming and Video Apps using live streaming platforms and video apps safely
Minecraft remains one of the world’s most popular games, with over 140 million monthly users in 2021.
So how does Minecraft work, and how safe is it for children? Parent Zone has everything you need to know.
Young Children
Under 5's online keeping young children safe online
Jessie & Friends fun animation videos for children and parents about online safety
Cbeebies apps CBeebies apps are available to download for free
BBC iplayer for kids Children aged under-13 can have their own iPlayer profile
Cyber Bullying
Childline use childline message board to talk to others about cyber bullying
Cyber Bullying advice on cyber bullying
Sexting and sending nudes advice on sharing sexual images and texts online
Removing a nude image shared online follow the steps to get your image or video removed from the internet.
online safety tips, advice and resources to help children and young people stay safe online
The internet, relationships and you
Advice from CEOP Education at the National Crime Agency on socialising online, healthy relationships and what to do if you are worried about something online.
Doxxing and keeping your children safe
Doxxing is when someone on the internet (the doxxer) posts personal information about someone else (the victim) for the world to see. This information is sensitive, meaning it can be used to figure out who someone really is, where they live and how to contact them. Find out more about keeping children safe online.
Educational Resources
BBC Bitesize Online Safety KS3 revision and test on online safety
Online communication and online safety BBC Bitesize topic
Staying safe online BBC Newsround videos
Own It BBC app to help stay safe online
Stay safe online BBC newsround feature
Talking about Online Safety
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Advice for parents Talk regularly to your child about what they are doing online. Be relaxed and your child will feel more confident to share their interests. Take a look at the games, sites and social media your child is using. Children need the internet to research homework as well talking to their friends. Be positive but also open about anything you're worried about. You could say "I think this site's really good" or "I'm a little worried about things I've seen here." Find out if they are worried about anything, and let them know they can come to you. Talk about their friends online and how they know they are who they say they are. Listen for the reasons why your child wants to use apps or sites you don't think are suitable, so you can talk about these together. Discuss with your child about age appropriate sites and content and the age restrictions websites and social media platforms have. Be clear about when they can access Snapchat and Instagram for example. |
Tips for Online Safety
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Top Tips Agree some rules about how they spend their time online. Set up parental controls on your child’s device. Help them master the basics. Look out for signs they might need some support. Find the right time to talk about online safety. |