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We're here to offer support and ensure parents' voices are heard in finding solutions to allow children to thrive online.
Together, we’ve got this.

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Having regular conversations with your child is an important part of keeping them safe online.

Help children deal with online issues and open up about their digital lives with 4 simple tips ⬇️

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In the first 6 months of 2023, the IWF found a 257% increase in child sexual abuse involving 'sextortion' compared with the whole of 2022.

Additionally, older are the most at risk with teen boys being targeted most often.

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In the first 6 months of 2023, the IWF found a 257% increase in child sexual abuse involving 'sextortion' compared with the whole of 2022. Additionally, older #teens are the most at risk with teen boys being targeted most often. Learn more ⬇️ bit.ly/48Einkw #parents
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Does your child use the store to access games like and ?

There are a range of safety settings available for children under 18, including language filters and spending limits.

See how to improve your child's safety ⬇️

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Did you know that generative AI can support quality family time?

As AI becomes more widespread, it's important to show children how to use the tools appropriately such as to support learning, fun & creativity.

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As more young people spend money online, it's important to equip them with the skills they need to do so smartly and safely.

From NFTs to in-game spending, learn how you can help them develop good digital finance habits ⬇️

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Struggling to navigate modern tech with your neurodivergent child?

As wraps up, we've collaborated with Roblox to provide you tailored online safety resources aimed at supporting neurodivergent children online.

Find out more here: bit.ly/497M7X6

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Children can become victims of through data breaches, doxxing, parents over sharing information, children oversharing information, password-sharing & scams.

Learn what you can do to keep them secure as they grow ⬇️

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A child's online reputation can follow them into future schooling, careers and more.

Help them curate one that is private, positive and true to who they are ⬇️

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and consoles have a range of safety features to support children's wellbeing and positive play time.

Explore our range of step-by-step guides to manage , spending, content and more ⬇️

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#VideoGames and consoles have a range of safety features to support children's wellbeing and positive play time. Explore our range of step-by-step guides to manage #ScreenTime, spending, content and more ⬇️ bit.ly/3qYvPg3 #parents #ParentalControls #OnlineSafety
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Our Tech and Kids series helps parents and carers develop their understanding of new and emerging technology.

Learn about the metaverse, voice assistants, AI, online spending and more with guidance from experts ⬇️

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means that when children & teens join platforms, they can expect certain safety features by default.

But children who sign up with a fake birthday (often their parent's) will not benefit from these features.

Find a guide to learn more ⬇️

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#SafetyByDesign means that when children & teens join platforms, they can expect certain safety features by default. But children who sign up with a fake birthday (often their parent's) will not benefit from these features. Find a guide to learn more ⬇️ bit.ly/3JPgYuN
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Self-generated child sexual abuse material rose by 417% from 2019 to 2022. 11-13-year-olds made up two-thirds of total cases of self-generated sexual imagery in 2022.

Learn more about the issue to help address it with your child before it happens ⬇️

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Self-generated child sexual abuse material rose by 417% from 2019 to 2022. 11-13-year-olds made up two-thirds of total cases of self-generated sexual imagery in 2022. Learn more about the issue to help address it with your child before it happens ⬇️ bit.ly/3T9YZYd
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In recent research, one parent said that girls receiving inappropriate images from men is 'so common, it's not noteworthy.'

Avoid normalising unhealthy behaviour by having pro-active conversations & teaching children to use reporting & blocking tools ⬇️

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'If what others think or believe about you matters . . . you will never be able to firmly say who you are. There will always be another like or comment or share ready to unsettle you.'

Find advice & tips to help children develop a positive ⬇️

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There's no 'one size fits all' when it comes to our kids or their safety online.

That is why we're helping you Get Smart About Smartphones.

Find tailored tips to help you and your family ⬇️

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There's no 'one size fits all' when it comes to our kids or their safety online. That is why we're helping you Get Smart About Smartphones. Find tailored tips to help you and your family ⬇️ bit.ly/3tGXWlz #SmartphoneSafety #smartphones #OnlineSafety #parents
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Sexual coercion can happen to any child at any age online. Just like , it's never their fault.

Find quick tips or read the full in-depth guide on so you can prevent it from happening to your child or tackle it if it does ⬇️

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Many children start using devices before they start Primary. So, this is a key moment to develop positive digital habits & relationships with technology.

Created with EE, explore our Starts Early video series to support children under 5 ⬇️

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Over 2023, there was a 2000% increase in spam referral links to websites that offered 'nudifying' services -- that is, where users upload photos of people & use AI to make it seem like they are naked.

Learn more about undress AI & the law ⬇️

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From misleading headlines to images, children and young people can come across false information in many ways online.

To prevent potential harm, help them develop the tools they need to think critically about what they see ⬇️

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