Snapchat
Should you have your location on for all of your friends or only certain close/trusted friends/family?
Only certain close/trusted friends/family.
What does it mean when your account is set to "private"? And should your account be private?
Only people you approve can see your posts and stories. And yes your account should be private.
You see Tiktok comments on an influencer's post saying that she is "chopped". Do you join in with these comments or do you report the comments or just ignore them?
You can report the comments or just ignore them.
If someone you only know online asks you to meet in person, what should you do?
Say no. Stranger Danger, just because you may know someone online does not mean you know them in real life.
Someone you don't know in real life adds you on snapchat. They have mutual friends with you but you've never met them before. Is it safe to add them back?
No it is not safe to add them back.
Someone you don't know sends you a DM with a link to "win free AirPods." What should you do?
Don't click it. It is likely a scam. Block and report the account.
Before doing a challenge or trend what are some things you should consider?
- Is it safe?
- Is it appropriate?
- Am I okay with this being on the internet forever?
Someone at school is asking you to share your password on Snapchat so they can keep your streaks for you while you are away/on vacation. What should you do?
Say no, let them know you are not interested and will not be sharing your password. Sharing your password with anyone can be very risky as they will have access to all of your information.
How do you change your Snapchat settings so that only your friends are able to see your stories?
Go to your snapchat settings -> go to "Who Can..." -> "View My Story" -> click "My Friends"
Is it safe to post photos or stories of your school, your home, or your community where you live on Instagram? Explain.
No it is not safe to do so. It can reveal personal information about where you are and make it easier for strangers to find you.
Is it safe to buy things off of tik tok posts or ads?
No it is not safe, they could potentially be scams.
- Inappropriate messages/language/photos
- Mean/rude messages (bullying) or gossiping
- People asking for personal information
- Illegal activity
True or False: Snaps disappear forever and can never be saved.
False: Snaps can be screenshotted, recorded, or saved in chat.
If someone leaves rude or threatening comments on your posts/stories, what is the safest way to handle that?
Block and delete them, and report the comments to Instagram.
Should you turn off the setting that allows anyone to download your videos? Why?
Yes you should. People could save and misuse your videos without your permission.
You are hanging out with friends and they suggest going on Omegle or Kik to talk to/video call with strangers. How do you respond?
Tell your friends this is not a good idea and that you are not comfortable going on these sites. Suggest another activity or website. If your friends ignore your response and do it anyway, you may need to remove yourself from the situation. Talk to a trusted adult if needed.
Can someone save your snap without you knowing? Explain your answer.
Yes someone can save your snap without you knowing. They could use another device (like a second phone/laptop) to record or take a picture of the screen.
- Your password stops working, you didn't change it
- Your account is suddenly following or messaging people you didn't follow or message.
- Someone you know sends you a weird message.
What's a "deepfake" video, and why can it be dangerous on TikTok?
A "deepfake" video is a video altered with AI to make someone look or sound like they did something they didn't. It can be used for scams, bullying or spreading fake news.
You get a DM from a "brand" offering you free products that you really want. They ask you for your full name and address to ship the items to. Should you accept the offer and give them your details? Explain.
No you should not accept the offer. It could be a fake account, a scam or predator trying to get your personal information. Giving out your personal information like your full name and address online is extremely dangerous. Never give out your address or personal details online even if it's someone you know in real life.