Online safety 
and cybercrime

Online safety is about staying safe online and protecting yourself and others from online harms and risks.

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We live in a digital world and most of us navigate it without thinking about the potential dangers which exist, especially for children and young people.

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Teaching ourselves, children and young people about the dangers is the best way to be smart online and avoid the dangers.

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There's information on a range of advice and support services below. You can also find out more about online grooming and support services here and gaming and gambling support services here

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Misinformation is false or inaccurate information, which isn’t meant to mislead or deceive people but if spread, could have that affect.  

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Disinformation is false information spread with the deliberate intention of deceiving or misleading others.  

To help families to become more in control of their online content, and develop great media literacy skills, Parent Zone has developed the Everyday Digital for parents and families which has some useful hints and tips 

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Remember – be careful what you share online, things aren’t always as they seem, if you read something that is upsetting or hateful - Stop. Read. Check. DISMIS.