Parry Aftab is a noted online safety and privacy expert, and Executive Director of WiredSafety.org
Kid's Simple Guide for Safe Use of the Internet
Never give out your last name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, internet password, or the name and location of your school without parent or guardian permission.
Tell your parents, guardian or teacher right away if you come across anything that makes you feel uncomfortable.
Never agree to get together with someone you meet online without first checking with your parents, or guardian.
Never send a person your picture or anything else without first checking with your parents, or guardian.
Never reply to any messages that make you feel uncomfortable. If you get any such messages, tell your parents, guardian or teacher straight away so that they can help you.
Remember that it is not your fault if you receive such messages.
Agree with your parents or guardian the time of day that you can be online, the length of time you can be online, and the areas you may visit.
Never do anything online that hurts other people or that you know to be against the law.
Parent's Simple Guide for Safe Use of the Internet
Never give out identifying information, home address, school name, or telephone number in a public message such as chat or bulletin boards.
Ensure you are dealing with someone that both you and your child trust before giving out such information via e-mail.
Think before revealing your age, marital status, or any financial information.
Consider using a pseudonym or unlisting your child's name.
Know the services your child uses. If you don't know how to log on, get your child to show you. know what types of information it offers and whether there are ways to block out material.
Never allow your child to arrange a meeting with another computer user without your permission. If a meeting is arranged, make the first one in a public spot, and be sure to accompany your child.
Never respond to messages or bulletin board items that are unpleasant in any way, or that make you feel uncomfortable.
Encourage your children to tell you if they encounter such messages and ensure that they understand that it is not their fault that they have received such a message.
Remember that people online may not always be who they seem and that everything you read may not always be true.
Agree guidelines with your child about the use of the computer and monitor their use.
Play an active role in their online time. show them how to use it safely and effectively.
Consider using special browsers or filtering programs which will allow you to control time online and the material accessible.
Contact Sites
We hope that the above information is helpful. If you encounter anything online which you consider harmful, inappropriate or illegal we give below a number of contact sites. There are more if you search for them. Check these to find the most suitable body to which you can submit a report.
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