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Always supervise children & teenagers using the internet. Keep the computer in a room used by all the family. Warn them not to give out any personal details or meet anyone off-line. Look at the sites they visit and makes sure they are monitored by a moderator. Check your search engine is set to ultra safe search. e.g. on Google click preferences then scroll down and select strict filtering then save preferences. Children can also use the search engine on CBBC.

BBC

For parents
Useful tips on keeping kids safe on line and downloadable booklet. Information of filtering software.
www.bbc.co.uk/chatguide/personalsafety/children.shtml

CBBC search

For kids
Search engine for children which only selects from a limited range of sites monitored by BBC.
www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/find/

CBBC links

For kids
Selection of links to safe sites and on-line games for kids monitored by the Beeb. http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/find/#brands=

Childline

For kids
Free 24 hour helpline for children with any problem including those encountered via internet.
0800 1111
www.childline.org.uk

Childnet

Has several useful sites advising kids and carers on internet safety.
www.childnet-int.org (for parents)
www.kidsmart.org.uk (for schools)
www.chatdanger.com (for kids)

Getnetwise

For parents
Full list of protection software.
www.getnetwise.org

Internet Watch

For parents
For reporting anything you think might be illegal.
www.iwf.org.uk

ParentsCentre

For parents
Supports parents in helping children of all ages in all aspects of education, health, safety and well-being. Includes online info on internet safety.
www.parentscentre.gov.uk

Thinkuknow

For kids, parents and teachers
Different sections for different age groups suggesting how to use the internet safely. Also useful tips and a leaflet on how to protect your children online.
www.thinkuknow.co.uk

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