Master Internet Safety Rules and Stay Safe Online

You will learn important internet safety rules to help you stay safe when using computers, tablets, and the internet. These rules protect you from strangers and keep your information private. Just like you follow safety rules at home and school, you need special rules for staying safe online.

You should always ask a grown-up before using any computer or tablet. Your parents or teachers can help you choose safe websites and games. Never share your real name, address, or phone number with anyone online.

Keep your passwords secret from everyone except your parents. Passwords are like special keys that protect your games and information. Only tell your password to mom, dad, or trusted grown-ups who take care of you.

If you see something scary or strange on your screen, close it right away. Tell a grown-up what happened so they can help you. Pop-ups that say "You won a prize!" should always be closed because they might be tricks.

Never click on emails from people you don't know. Only open emails from your family or teacher. If someone asks for your personal information online, always say no and tell an adult.

Password: A secret word or numbers that you use to protect your computer games and information, like a special key that only you and your parents know.

Personal Information: Things about you that should stay private, like your real name, address, phone number, and where you go to school.

Pop-up: A surprise box that appears on your screen while you're using a computer or tablet, often trying to trick you into clicking on it.

Email: Messages that people send to each other using computers, like electronic letters that appear on your screen.

Website: A place on the internet where you can play games, watch videos, or learn new things using your computer or tablet.

Online: When you are connected to the internet and can visit websites or play games with other people using your computer.

You can practice internet safety by playing educational games on safe websites that your parents choose. Always ask permission before trying new games or websites. Practice making strong passwords with your parents' help.

Learn to recognize when websites ask for information they shouldn't have. Practice closing pop-ups quickly and telling adults about anything that makes you uncomfortable online.

You already know about being a good citizen and making smart choices. You understand following rules in different settings like home and school. You practice listening to others when adults give you important instructions.

Internet safety rules connect to digital communication because you need to know how to communicate safely online. You will also learn about following community rules that apply to online communities and websites.

These safety skills help you with making group decisions about what websites and games are appropriate to use. After learning internet safety, you will be ready to explore digital resources and learn about evaluating media you find online.

You will also discover different information sources on the internet and understand technology impact on your daily life. All these topics work together to help you become a smart and safe internet user.