Blogs: Safety Tips for Children

Here are some ideas that children should know to ensure safety when blogging.

• Talk to your parents about Internet use so you know what sites they feel comfortable with you using.
• Never post information that is too personal, such as home address, phone number, or school – this information is valuable.
• Your user name also should not reveal too much information about yourself.
• Report bullying or harassment to a parent, teacher, or other trusted adult.
• Think carefully about your actions online (don’t be a cyberbully yourself). You shouldn’t impersonate someone else, or post pictures of other people that they are not aware of or do not approve of.
• Be aware of privacy settings and know who has access to your blog.
• Set settings for who can comment on your blog so that you approve all comments first, or consider turning off the comment feature.
• Avoiding linking your blog to others’ who may have public access. Don’t be concerned with popularity.
• Remember that once you post a picture or comment online and someone sees it, you can’t take it back.
• Keep your password a secret from everyone except your parents.

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