Be safe online

Use a nickname instead of your real name
Don’t tell anyone personal things about yourself - like where you live, your surname, phone number, email or the name of your school
Instead of posting photos of yourself online, use a cartoon or a picture of your favourite band
Only send and post things you would be happy for your parents or a teacher to see. Remember that once something is online it can be copied and posted in other places where you can’t get rid of it.

Never agree to meet someone in person that you have only ever met online. Some people tell lies and may not be who they say they are.
Respect other people’s privacy and feelings - don’t send info, photos or gossip about other people without asking them first.
Watch out for junk messages, links to dodgy sites and scams to get your money - ignore the links, don’t reply and don’t give out your details.

Talk to an adult you trust about any problems or worries.
If you get a weird or upsetting message, do not reply. Show the message to an adult instead.
If you don’t know who to talk to, call ChildLine on 0800 1111.