Using the Internet Responsibly, Ethically, and Safely

1. Staying Secure Online

1.1. Your devices hold loads of information about you.

1.1.1. Name

1.1.2. Address

1.1.3. Birthday

1.1.4. Contacts

1.1.5. Passwords

1.2. It is important to keep this personal information secure

1.2.1. Set strong passwords

1.2.2. Don't click links from people you don't know

1.2.3. Lock your phone and other devices

2. Social Media

2.1. For sites like Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or Twitter, you need to be at least 13 years old to sign up.

2.2. Only accept friend requests from people you know

2.3. Create private profiles

2.4. Know how to report inappropriate behaviour on the internet

3. Digital Footprints

3.1. Everything you put online stays online forever

3.2. These are digital footprints - people can follow them to learn about you

3.3. Make sure when you put something online that you don't mind your future friends/bosses/etc. seeing it

4. Cyberbullying

4.1. Being bullied can make you feel upset, lonely, isolated or worried

4.2. If you are being bullied it’s NEVER OK.

4.3. Make sure you ask for help when being bullied from parents, teachers, or friends.

5. Source: https://www.simplilearn.com/real-impact-social-media-article