Your Golden Rules for Staying Safe Online
Follow these simple rules every time you go online — on any device, any app, any website.
Keep Personal Info Private
Never share your full name, home address, school name, phone number or passwords online.
Never Meet Online Friends
People online might not be who they say they are. Never meet them alone.
Think Before You Post
Once something is posted online, it may stay forever.
Use Strong Passwords & Keep Them Secret
Once something is posted online, it may stay forever.
Be Kind — Cyberbullying Hurts Too
Once something is posted online, it may stay forever.
Always Tell a Trusted Adult
Once something is posted online, it may stay forever.
Watch Out For These Warning Signs
Some things online are red flags. If any of these happen, stop and tell a grown-up right away.
Someone asks you to keep a secret from your parents
Trustworthy adults never ask children to keep secrets from their parents. If someone online says 'don't tell your mum or dad' — that is a big red flag. Stop the chat and tell an adult immediately.
Someone offers you gifts, money, or free game credits
People who offer free gifts or game coins to children online usually want something in return. Never accept offers from online strangers — always tell a parent first.
An adult is asking personal questions or being overly friendly
Safe adults don't need to chat privately with children they don't know in real life. If an adult is asking where you live or wants to video call you — tell a parent now.
You're being asked to move to a private app or chat
'Let's talk somewhere private where no one can see' is a grooming tactic. Never move a conversation to a private platform at a stranger's request.
It's Always OK to Talk to Someone You Trust
You will NEVER get in trouble for telling an adult about something that made you uncomfortable online — even if you weren't supposed to be on that website. Your safety is what matters most.
YOU CAN SAY:
"Something happened online and I feel weird about it. Can I talk to you?"
YOU CAN SAY:
"Someone online was asking me personal questions and I didn't know what to do."
YOU CAN SAY:
"I saw something online that scared me. I think I need help."