R u cyber safe?

E-safety tips about how to stay safe online

Many of us now chat, play games and make new friends online through social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter and Bebo. But do you know who you are sharing personal information with?

Protecting yourself or ‘staying safe online' is important for people of all ages using social networking and surfing online whether using a mobile phone or a computer at home or school.

If you have children and are concerned about who they are chatting to online or just want more information yourself please explore the resources on this page.

Can you say yes to these?

I can set my privacy settings on Facebook
I know what to share online
I know which websites are secure
I know how to keep my family safe online

If not, our recommended resources and links below will help you get up to speed and continue to have fun online in a safe way.

Resources

Resources can be downloaded at the bottom of this page.

Guidance for those who work and volunteer with children and young people
This document provides some advice and guidance about safer working practices for anyone working or volunteering with children and young people.

A quick guide of terms used on the internet
Do you know you know what BBM, tweeting and surfing mean? Have a look at our glossary and see what you do and don't know!