Resources for Parents

• Place the family computer in the most public room of your home.
• Establish ground rules for your family's internet usage.
• Surf the internet with your kids. Encourage them to share what they see and do online with you.
• Some people don't tell the truth online. Tell children what they see may not be what they get.
• Know exactly how parental controls work and what they can and cannot do.
• Don't be a phishing scam victim. Reputable businesses will never ask for personal data or account numbers via email.

Resources for Kids

• Never give out personal information to online friends— and always use an alias.
• Personal information includes your name, messenger ID, email address, school name, phone numbers, home address and pictures of you, your family, or friends.
• If you publish a photo of video online, be aware that anyone can change it or share it.
• Never say or do anything online that you wouldn't ordinariy share with parents, friends, teachers, or employers.
• Keep online friends online. Never arrange to meet someone you've met online without a trusted adult.
• Don't open files from strangers—they could contain viruses or inappropriate images.
• Never respond to email or chat that makes you uncomfortable. Tell an adult or your internet service provider about inappropriate internet material or activity.
• Never respond to SPAM or junk email. Set up filters to block SPAM.