Safeguarding children online
As children spend more time online during the summer holidays, it is important for parents and carers to stay involved in their digital lives. Whether children are gaming, using social media, messaging friends or watching videos, the online world offers many opportunities but also presents risks that young people may not always recognise.
RenSafeOnline is encouraging families to make online safety a regular topic of conversation. Taking an interest in the apps, games and platforms children use can help parents better understand potential risks such as online bullying, inappropriate content, oversharing of personal information and unwanted contact from strangers.
Simple steps such as using parental controls, reviewing privacy settings, encouraging age-appropriate online activities and agreeing family expectations around screen time can make a significant difference. Just as importantly, children should feel comfortable talking to a trusted adult if something online makes them feel worried or unsafe.
The summer break is an ideal opportunity for families to build positive online habits. By staying engaged, keeping conversations open and using the safety tools available, parents and carers can help children enjoy the benefits of the internet safely, confidently and responsibly.
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