Staying Safe Online
The internet connects you to people and information all over the world. Most of what you find online is helpful and interesting. At the same time, some things online are not safe. Knowing the rules keeps you protected every time you go online.
🛡️ Online Safety — Green Rules vs Red Risks
● Visit websites your teacher or parent approves
● Tell an adult if something upsets you
● Keep your full name and address private
● Use kind words online — always be polite
● Clicking pop-up messages or prizes
● Talking to strangers online
● Downloading files from unknown sites
● Sharing your photo with strangers
Personal Information — Keep It Private
Personal information is anything that tells a stranger who you are or where you live. You must never share this online without an adult's permission.
| Type of Information | Safe to Share Online? |
|---|---|
| Your full name | No — keep it private |
| Your home address | No — keep it private |
| Your school name | No — keep it private |
| Your password | No — never share it |
| Your favourite colour or sport | Usually fine with adult's approval |
What Is a Pop-Up?
A pop-up is a small box that suddenly appears on the screen. Some pop-ups say things like "You won a prize!" or "Click here to get a free gift!" These are almost always tricks. Never click them — close the window immediately.
⚠️ Pop-Up Warning — Animated
Example: Staying safe online is like crossing a road. You always look both ways before crossing (check before clicking). You cross only at a safe crossing point (visit approved websites). You never run across without looking (never click pop-ups).
✏️ Exercise
| # | Question |
|---|---|
| 1 | Name two pieces of personal information you must keep private online. |
| 2 | What is a pop-up? |
| 3 | What should you do if something online upsets you? |
| 4 | Is it safe to share your password with a friend? |
| 1. | Full name and home address (also password, school name, photo) |
| 2. | A small box that suddenly appears on the screen, often offering fake prizes or gifts |
| 3. | Tell a trusted adult immediately |
| 4. | No — never share your password with anyone |
Quick Review
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the most important online safety rule? | Use the internet with a trusted adult nearby |
| What should you do when you see a pop-up? | Close it — do not click anything inside it |
| Why must you keep personal details private? | So strangers cannot find out who you are or where you live |