HOW TO BE SAFE ONLINE
The world is fast moving and this technology is just amazzzzing, you could reach like a thousand people just in a click, chat up friends, say what you want. Ohhh yeah actually say what you want without a care in the world who reads it because bad stuff even get more publicity and more exciting of all meet new people. However there is a downside, the internet has made an easier ground for criminals to hunt down victims so beware and follow these useful tips to ensure you are safe;
- Use only social sites that you consider very useful.
- Avoid giving too much personal information to people you meet
online as you may not be aware of their true intentions. Be a detective and do some background work on the person before trusting right away.*
- Beware of scammers, criminals looking for easy
prey to use for their criminal activities. Be suspicious of accounts under suspiciously false names.
- It is advisable to only add people you know on your friends list.
- If someone is harassing you online, delete them
from your contacts, block them or delete them.
- Avoid putting a ‘single’ relationship status
even if you are, best to leave it blank because singles are considered the
easiest preys.
- Do not add your home address to your profile as
this can easily be accessed by anybody who sees your profile and some may not
have clear intentions.
- Have different passwords for each of your online
accounts and do not share these passwords with anyone.
- Stand against cyber bullying. Do not bully and
do not allow yourself to be bullied.
- Know your online netiquette as well as your human rights.
More tips to be safe online;
Learn how to stop or prevent cyberbullying;
YOUR HUMAN RIGHTS
HOW TO BE SAFE WHEN MEETING SOMEONE FOR THE FIRST TIME
HOW TO BE A BETTER PERSON IN A RELATIONSHIP
Ooops, Did we forget something, do you have a question or a suggestion or do you want to work with us. Tell us your story and we will tell you ours. Do not hesitate to send us an email:
*Contact Safety First for Girls for more information at Safetyfirstforgirls@aol.com
This is an I AM SAFE PROJECT© under Safety First for Girls.
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