Keeping Safe Online

The internet is a brilliant resource for communicating with friends, learning new things and having fun. With a few easy measures it is possible to stay safe online and avoid cyber bullying.

Let’s look at different types of online Security

1. PASSWORDS

YOUR PASSWORDS

ARE JUST LIKE YOUR

UNDERWEAR

CHANGE THEM OFTEN KEEP THEM PRIVATE

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NEVER SHARE THEM WITH ANYONE

Is 123456 a good password?

No

Because your password is easy and other people might guess what it is.

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A good password is something you can remember, but not something personal like a pet or where you live.

You should

NOT

share your password

This is why you should not share your password and why you need a good password

• Others could see your information and share this
• Others could use your details to steal from you
• Others could share something pretending to be you

2. Sharing Personal Information

• Make sure you don’t share personal information online especially if this could tell someone what your password is
• Make sure you don’t share information and passwords

This includes things like�

• Your address
• Where you study or work
• Your date of birth
• Your mobile number

Why is it important not to share public information?�

• People could see your information and share this with others
• People could guess your password and write on your social media account
• People could use this to try and be your friend
• People could steal money from your bank account

3. What to do if you are cyberbullied

What to do if you are cyberbullied�

• Keep the evidence – Keeping a copy of the offensive material can be useful when reporting an incident and may help to identify the bully or result in consequences.

What to do if you are cyberbullied�

2. Report the bully – through a trusted individual or service. If the cyberbullying is severe, contact the police, especially if grooming or threats of violence are involved.

What to do if you are cyberbullied�

• Do not retaliate – it is tempting to reply but this is a bad idea. By ignoring the bullies you deprive them of a reaction and remove the risk of encouraging them to keep tormenting you. Also, you do not want to join them in spreading hate online.

4. Security

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• Always log off public computers when you have finished. This will stop strangers from accessing your accounts without permission or by mistake.

Security

• Set a high level of security on your social networks. For Twitter and Instagram this can be a ‘private’ account where you approve your followers. On Facebook, only add and accept people you know and can trust in real life.

4. Conduct

Conduct

As cyber citizens, we have the same responsibility of maintaining civil behaviour as we do when we are face to face with others in public. What can do to abide by these standards?

Conduct

1. Do not do anything online that you would not in real life. Sending a message online can feel much removed from reality, but you will still be held accountable for your actions as they have an impact on others.

Conduct

• Look out for yourself or other people from cyberbullying. If there is cause for concern, report these messages to a trustworthy individual.

Excellent resource for you and your children to help you stay safe online

National Cyber Security Centre

Individuals & families�The NCSC's cyber security advice to protect you and your family, and the technology you rely on

https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/information-for/individuals-families

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Phishing: Spot and report scam emails, texts, websites and calls�How to recognise and report emails, texts, websites, adverts or phone calls that you think are trying to scam you.

https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/phishing-scams

Take your email security to another level

Your email is where you keep your most personal and financial information.

If a cyber criminal accesses your email, they could: access your other online accounts using the 'forgot password' feature (which often sends you an email) access personal or business information and use this to scam you or people you know

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https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberaware/home

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Create your Cyber Action Plan

Learn how to protect yourself or your small business online with the Cyber Aware Action Plan. Answer a few questions on topics like passwords and 2-Step Verification (2SV), and get a free personalised list of actions that will help you improve your cyber security.

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https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberaware/actionplan

Cyber Sprinters

Exciting interactive online security resources for children.

https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/cybersprinters

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