Safe Online Behavior
What should you do if you see a message or post that makes you uncomfortable or scared?
Tell a trusted adult right away.
Rationale: It's important to get help from an adult because they can guide you on what to do, block harmful content, and ensure your safety online.
Why is it important to have a strong password?
To protect your personal information and prevent hackers from accessing your accounts.
Rationale: A strong password makes it harder for hackers to guess your password and access your personal data, which protects your privacy.
Should you accept friend requests or follow requests from people you don’t know in real life?
No, only accept requests from people you know.
Rationale: Accepting requests from strangers can expose you to inappropriate content or scams, and they could try to contact you for unsafe reasons.
What is cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying is when someone uses the internet, social media, or texting to bully or hurt others.
Rationale: Cyberbullying can be just as harmful as in-person bullying and includes spreading rumors, threats, or hurtful messages online.
Why is it important to keep your personal information private online?
To protect yourself from identity theft, hackers, and strangers.
Rationale: Sharing too much personal information can make you a target for people who want to steal your identity or harm you.
Should you ever meet in person with someone you only know online?
No, it’s dangerous to meet strangers from the internet.
Rationale: People online can pretend to be someone they’re not, so meeting them in person could put you in a risky situation.
What is one thing you should never use as a password?
Your name, birthdate, or the word "password."
Rationale: Using simple or easily guessed information as a password makes it easy for hackers to break into your accounts.
True or False: Once you post something online, you can delete it and it’s gone forever.
False, things posted online can be saved or shared even if you delete them.
Rationale: Even after deleting, others can save, screenshot, or share your posts, meaning they could stay online permanently.
True or False: Cyberbullying only happens between people who know each other in real life.
False, cyberbullying can happen between strangers too.
Rationale: Cyberbullies can target anyone online, whether they know them personally or not. It's important to be aware of how to handle it, no matter who it comes from.
What is personal information?
Information like your full name, address, phone number, or school name.
Rationale: Personal information can be used by strangers to find you or steal your identity, so it’s important to keep it private.
If a website asks for your home address, what should you do?
Do not share your address and ask a trusted adult.
Rationale: Sharing your address with unknown websites or people can put your safety and privacy at risk, allowing strangers to find out where you live.
How often should you change your passwords?
Every few months or if you think someone else might know it.
Rationale: Changing passwords regularly keeps your accounts secure, especially if you suspect someone may have guessed or seen your password
What should you do if someone is bothering you on social media?
Block them and report it to an adult or the platform.
Rationale: Blocking prevents them from contacting you, and reporting ensures the platform can investigate the behavior. Involving an adult helps ensure your safety.
What should you do if you see someone being cyberbullied?
Report it to a trusted adult or teacher.
Rationale: Reporting cyberbullying helps protect the person being targeted and ensures the issue is addressed by someone who can take action.
Should you ever share your passwords with your friends?
No, passwords should be kept private.
Rationale: Sharing your passwords, even with friends, puts your accounts at risk. If someone else has your password, they could access or misuse your information.
True or False: It’s okay to share your personal information with a friend you met through an online game.
False, you should never share personal information online.
Rationale: Even if someone seems like a friend in a game, they are still a stranger. Sharing personal information can lead to identity theft or other dangers.
What makes a password strong?
A strong password includes letters, numbers, and special symbols, and is at least 8 characters long.
Rationale: Strong, complex passwords are harder to guess, making your accounts more secure.
Is it okay to share pictures of your friends on social media without asking them first?
No, always ask for permission before sharing someone else’s picture.
Rationale: Respecting others' privacy is important, and they may not want certain photos shared. Asking shows consideration for their privacy and feelings.
What’s one thing you should never do if you are being cyberbullied?
Never respond to the bully, as it might make things worse.
Rationale: Responding to bullies can escalate the situation. It's better to block and report the bully and get help from an adult.
Why should you log out of accounts when using a public computer?
So no one else can access your information or pretend to be you.
Rationale: Staying logged in on a public computer could allow the next person to access your accounts and personal information.
What is phishing, and how do you avoid falling for it?
Phishing is when someone tricks you into giving them personal information. Avoid it by not clicking on suspicious links or emails.
Rationale: Phishing is a common online scam where criminals pretend to be legitimate companies to steal personal details. Knowing how to avoid suspicious links can keep your information safe.
Why should you use a different password for every account?
So if one account is hacked, your other accounts stay safe.
Rationale: If you reuse passwords and one account is compromised, it puts all your other accounts at risk too. Using different passwords limits this risk.
What is the legal age to use most social media platforms?
13 years old.
Rationale: The age limit is in place to protect younger users from inappropriate content and online risks. Platforms follow legal regulations to ensure the safety of younger children.
True or False: Cyberbullying is illegal in many places, and bullies can get in serious trouble.
True.
Rationale: In many places, laws protect people from cyberbullying, and bullies can face legal consequences for their actions.
True or False: Websites can track what you do online even if you don’t give them your information.
True, websites often track your activity with cookies and other tools.
Rationale: Websites use cookies and other tracking technologies to gather data about your browsing habits, so it's important to understand and manage your online privacy settings.