West Yorkshire Police - Give Gifts Safely This Holiday Season

 

Are you planning to gift new technology to your children this holiday season?

 

Before the excitement of unwrapping begins, take a moment to set up security controls ahead of the big day. This way you can establish a secure digital environment.

 

With just a few extra steps, you can play a crucial role in protecting young people from the challenges of the online world. Stop them from encountering fake news, misinformation, and potentially harmful interactions by taking proactive measures.

 

After the holidays, you can create an open conversation about the importance of online safety and set boundaries in terms of their new devices.

 

This holiday, let the gift of technology be accompanied by a safe and responsible online experience!

 Find out how to set up safety controls here: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/parental-controls/

 

Find out more about staying safe online: https://www.wakefieldscp.org.uk/children-young-people/staying-safe-online/

 

This festive season, many young people will be opening new tech gifts. It’s important to know how to set them up safely. Before you wrap that smartphone, tablet, or gaming console, take a moment to check the security settings. Extremists and other online threats often target young people through chat functions and social media, but prevention can make all the difference.

 

Don’t let safety take a back seat in the excitement of gift-giving. Set up controls to ensure their online experience is a secure one.

 

Be Social Media Savvy

With more time at home over the holidays, kids often spend longer on social media. Do you know the ins and outs of the platforms they use? Familiarizing yourself with apps like TikTok and Roblox can help you understand potential risks, such as harmful content

or privacy concerns. Simple steps like adjusting privacy settings and talking about online safety can go a long way in keeping your child secure.

 

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