Samaritans To Work With Social Media Giants To Limit Online Harm Exposure
A Government behind-closed-doors meeting will be the second involving social media firms, but will mark the first time the Samaritans have been involved.
Young people often use the internet in a completely different way to older generations. Find out what could make you vulnerable online, and how to stay safe.
A Government behind-closed-doors meeting will be the second involving social media firms, but will mark the first time the Samaritans have been involved.
They could also be banned from operating in the UK if they fail to act.
The fictional online character 'momo', which was alleged to have encouraged children to self-harm, as been described as a hoax.
Facebook-owned app promises changes to better shield users from self-harm images.
Ofcom report comes amid fears over protection of children on social media.
Social media platforms have been urged to take more responsibility for the "horrific amount of disturbing content" children are able to access online.
In this months edition, we're raising awarness of tv licence and fake tax phishing scams online, cold-call pension scams and how to turn off your location on Snapchat.
General advice on how domestic abuse is committed through technology with tips for support and help that is available.
The report highlights the positives and negatives of social media with young people's well-being, identity, lifestyle, relationships, and fear of missing out
The warning comes after research by the charity suggested 25% of children had been contacted online by strangers.
Gaming is fun, but can be all consuming. Below, we use the story of Breck Bednar to encourage everyone to game safe.
The Event is Aimed at Young People, Parents, Teachers and Anyone Interested In Finding Out About Online Gaming Safety.
Every year we’re able to do more and more online. From sending messages to sorting out our finances, today we can do it from our phones and tablets wherever we are. But the more we can do online, the more we’re exposed to hazards. Cybersafe is here to help you stay safe online, so you can browse to your heart’s content, knowing you’re protected against scams, fraud and security problems.
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