Get the Facts about Technology
Maintain your privacy:
- Don’t give out your name, address, phone number or any private information, such as the name of your school and sport team names, to anyone you don't know. Be cautious about revealing any information that could identify you.
- Never meet someone you've met on-line. There is no way to know who you are communicating with on-line. You might put yourself in danger by meeting them. If you think it's okay, talk with your parents or a trusted adult first.
- Never go to a meeting by yourself. REMEMBER...This could be a very dangerous situation. It is best to avoid meeting people you've been communicating with on-line.
Study Guide
- Don’t believe everything you read online
- Don’t give out personal information online
- Take your time and don’t rush into anything
- Honesty is the best policy
- Report threats or attacks to law enforcement
- Insist on following safety rules
- If you are being cyber stalked or harassed – get help!
Do your homework:
- Start with a phone call before meeting in person
- When you meet, take a friend and meet in a public place
- Never go home with someone you just met online
- Learn more about protecting yourself and your privacy online
(adapted from www.wiredsafety.org)
