digital footprint
what things can be part of your digtal foot print
posts, internet searches, likes on posts, comments, messages, online purchases etc.
what you can do to keep your personal information safe on social media
keep social media accounts private, dont accept friend requests or messages from those you dont know, avoid unsafe internet groups or pages
how to remain physically healthy when using the internet
take breaks when your eyes and body are sore and tired, keep a good sleep schedule and communicate face to face
dangers we face online
what is hacking, grooming, cyberbullying
define digital footprint
The term digital footprint refers to the unique set of data including tracible communications, actions, activities and contributions one has. It is something that follows you forever and often the public has access to a majority of it. This can include google searches, messages, and comments etc.
information that should be kept private
what is passwords, address,location, full name, birthday day, social security, place of employment etc.
what you should not do on the internet
hack, cyberbully, post or say things you might regret etc.
ways to protect others from being bullied
dont foward or engage with embarassing photos or messages, post containing insults of harassment
how to limit your digital footprint
dont overshare, think about what you post, comment, like, and search
reason why your privacy matters
privacy works to protect your banking information, family, location, identity, and personal images
one thing you can do to keep the rest of the internet safe
if you see anything inappropriate, report it
how to protect yourself online
change passwords often and use multiple, have private accounts, be careful what you view and download, use reputable websites etc.
how could your digital footprint effect you later in life
it could be viewed by future employers, friends, or partners
how to be an effective user of the digital economy
shop at sights that are legit, safe, and legal
what does it mean to follow diginital law
avoid doing things such as like plagiarising, cyberbullying, and downloading ilegal music and or illicit pictures
what to do if you or someone you know is being bullied online
tell a trusted adult, block and report them, tell the police