eSafety

Young People

We all know how great the Internet is, and how much fun it is to use devices like mobile phones, games consoles and music players. But as well as all the great things you can do online, you also need to be aware of some of the dangers - make sure you are sensible, responsible and know how to stay safe online.

If you need any help, advice or are worried about anything that happens online, it's important that you TELL someone. It could be your parents, someone else in your family, a teacher, or another adult that you trust.

You can contact ChildLine if you'd like to talk to someone in confidence. It's free and confidential and the number is 0800 1111.

You can also get help and advice from the following websites:

ThinkUKnow

This website, from the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre, has a section for all different ages, and contains lots of games, activities and useful advice. Check it out now!

A Chance 2 Talk

This website, from ChildLine, lets you talk about your problems with someone online, as well as featuring lots of other help and activities. There are trained counsellors available who you can chat to in confidence.

CyberMentors

CyberMentors are groups of young people you can chat to online. They are specially trained and will listen to your problems, particularly if you are being bullied, and help you come up with ways of solving them.