Since lockdown started, we have all been spending more and more time online: for learning and working, for communicating with friends and family, or just having fun. We use many different devices including smart phones, laptops, consoles, and hand-held devices.
The internet is part of our daily lives and it is important to know the potential risks and how to use the internet safely.
You can find more information about how to stay safe online here:
More tips for privacy and staying safe online
More advice
Check ThinkUKnow for official police advice: keep yourself safe and keep the internet fun
How is Coronavirus (COVID-19) changing how we interact digitally? (Young Scot)
Safer Internet Centre has games, quizzes, films and advice to help you get the most out of the internet while staying safe online
Newsround has more reports including advice on cyberbullying, online safety, social media
Educate your parents
There are some good sites for giving advice for parents, including:
Education Scotland’s ParentZone has some good information and links for digital learning, digital life and digital work
The National Parent Forum has produced a helpful guide to staying safe online
The Parent’s Club site also has some great advice
