10 Cyber Safety Tips for Parents

May 29, 2020 | Cyber Parenting - One-Off Topics

10 Cyber Safety Tips for Parents

  1. Be informed and up to date
  2. Know the tools risks and rules
  3. Use online protection tools
  4. Encourage critical thinking
  5. Set up your internet for safe use
  6. Learn about social media
  7. Understand games and apps
  8. Understand online violence
  9. Trust, invest time, monitor and educate
  10. Practice what you preach

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