Helping our family stay safe online
Hi everyone, in this new COVID season there is increased activity online with social media, gaming, FaceTime the list goes on. Children can learn, explore, play and make friends online. But there can be risks. Your child might accidentally see upsetting content, be contacted by strangers or experience bullying. They might also miss out on important things like spending time outside.
Here are some easy things you can do to help keep children safe online.
- Talk about online safety as a family
Let your child know they can always come to you if something happens online that makes them feel scared or upset. You can ask your child to show you the games and apps they use. Use eSafety's conversation starters to help you get started.
- Set up family rules together
As a family, you can choose some easy rules to help keep everyone safe online. You can include things like where devices can be used, what games and apps your children can use, and how much time can be spent online. Most devices and apps have features to set limits on how they are used.
3. Know where to get help
If you need help with an online issue and you are not sure what to do, talk about it with someone you trust, like a friend or a teacher at your child's school. The eSafety Commissioner (eSafety) helps to keep all Australian families safe online.
For more information about how to keep your family safe online, search for eSafety Parents on our website. https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents