How to Keep Your Child Safe Online
You can obtain information on — and photographs of — practically anything on the Internet. When it comes to your children's online activities, however, you must ensure that they are safeguarded from unwanted persons, inappropriate or hazardous content, as well as malicious software or attacks. A few online safety advice for youngsters can go a long way toward keeping them safe.
Maintain their safety by maintaining open lines of contact
Have an open and honest discussion with your children about who they communicate with and how they communicate. Ascertain that they comprehend the need of friendly and supportive interactions, as well as the fact that rude, discriminating, or improper contact is never acceptable. Encourage your children to quickly tell you or a trusted adult if they experience any of these.
Use technology to keep them safe
Check that your child's device has the most recent software and antivirus programmes installed, as well as that privacy settings are enabled. When not in use, keep webcams hidden. Parental controls, including safe search, can help keep younger children's internet experiences positive.
Spend time online with them
Create opportunities for your child to communicate with friends, family, and you online in a safe and good manner. Connecting with others is more vital than ever, and you may use this as an opportunity to exhibit compassion and empathy in your "virtual contacts."
Encourage good online behaviour
Encourage and monitor appropriate behaviour online and during video chats. Encourage your children to be courteous and respectful to their classmates, to dress appropriately, and to avoid participating in video conversations from their bedrooms. Learn about your school's policies and hotlines for reporting cyberbullying and other improper online content.
Allow them to enjoy themselves and express themselves
Spending time at home with your children can provide an excellent opportunity for them to use their voices online to share their opinions and support others in need during this crisis. Encourage your child to use digital tools like online workout videos for kids and video games that involve physical mobility to get them up and moving.
Make sure you share these online safety tips with other parents.