Cyber Safety

Top Ten Tips

1. Create an 'Acceptable Use Agreement' for your family to facilitate conversation. Ensure that children are involved in this process.
2. Set up safe search and security controls with a platform such as Family Zone.
3. Agree on where computers, laptops and mobile devices can be used in the home e.g. bedrooms, lounge rooms etc.
4. Lights out = wifi off.
5. Agree on screen time use; decide on 'screen-free' times during the day and night. Have regular family activities that don't include devices.
6. Ge involved - show an interest in what your child is doing online.
7. Talk to your child's teacher and school.
8. If your child reports an issue to you, don't threaten to take away their device - this may force them to become secretive.
9. Learn how various social network/game services work. Use websites such as the Games, Apps & Social Networking from the eSafety Office.
10. If cyber bullied;
    1. Don't retaliate
    2. Collect evidence
    3. Report
    4. Change privacy settings
    5. Block
    6. Tell a trusted adult.

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Cyber and Digital Literacy Resources

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