Let’s be real—so much of our life happens online. Whether you're scrolling through social media, researching for school, or chatting with friends, we are constantly on the Internet. And we need to make sure we are safe there as well.
This Safer Internet Day, we’ve got your back! Check out our top tips for staying safe online and discover how you can make an impact by joining U-Report, UNICEF’s digital youth community.
Are you taking measures to be safe online?
Are your passwords safe? Are your apps up to date? Are you sure about who you are talking to?
These and other questions will help you test how tight your online safety measures are.
Explore our tips in this Instagram carousel (insert link), or interact with our U-Report chatbot to find out!
Are you already a U-Reporter?
Then let’s spread the word! Save or screenshot the image below and share it on your social media to invite your peers to learn more about this platform. Make sure to tag @ureport!
Want to learn more about being safe online?
Here are a few more resources on how to be safe online:
- How to stop cyberbullying: https://www.unicef.org/end-violence/how-to-stop-cyberbullying
- Five ways to better mental health online: https://www.unicef.org/stories/5-ways-better-mental-health-online
- Let’s talk about mental health: https://www.voicesofyouth.org/campaign/lets-talk-about-mental-health
- Send “TIPS” in a message to U-Report' to explore the mental health chatbot on:
Facebook: bit.ly/FB-MHtips
Instagram: bit.ly/IG-UReport
WhatsApp: bit.ly/WA-MHtips
