Protect Yourself from Cyberbullying

Bullying does not always happen in person. Cyber bullying is a type of bullying that happens online or through text messages or emails. There are things you can do to protect yourself.

• Don't say anything to someone online if you wouldn't say it in person
• Think of what you post because the Internet is a giant loop. Once you post something you can never erase it. Will you regret it in the future? Will your parents be happy with it? What will your friends say?
• Always think of what you post,it may hurt others. You never know what someone will forward. Being kind to others online will help you keep you safe. Do not share anything that could hurt or embarrass anyone.
• Keep your password safe from others. Even kids that seem like your friends could give your password away or use it in ways you don't want. Let your parents have your password.
• Think of who sees what you post online. Complete Strangers?Friends? Friends of friends? Privacy settings let you control who sees what?
• Keep your parents in the loop. Tell them what you're doing online and who you're doing it with. Let them friend or follow you.Listen to what they have to say about what is and isn't okay to do. They care for you and want you to be safe!
• Talk to an adult you trust about any messages you get or things you see online that makes you sad or scared. If it's cyber bullying Report it!