Hi guys, this week I will be looking at your social medias, and giving tips with what to think about when setting up a social media account. Have a look and think about these few things that may help you remain safe online.
- Make sure your password is secure so no one can get into your account. To do this think about using a CAPITALS and numbers 1234 in your password. Try to avoid using phrases that may be easily guessed by a hacker, for example: Bethfoord1997. This is a common mistake! It makes it too easy for a possible hacker! Changing your password regularly is also advised! It makes it extra difficult for people to guess.
- Make sure your profile is private so no one can access any personal details you do not want people to know. Where you live and where you work might be something you want to refrain from putting online.
- When signing in and using your profile make sure that you sign out when you have finished. This can make it very easy for someone to access your profile and personal details.
- Make sure your email address is hidden, you don’t want bullies to be able to contact you through emails too.
- Don’t forget that pictures you put on Facebook can then be used where ever and when ever, they certainly are not private.
- When adding friends do not add or accept request from anyone you do not know. They may be dangerous not everyone is who they say they are. Think about stranger danger when you were younger!
If you feel you have been victimized by a hacker or someone of Facebook follow this link to report abuse on Facebook here.
To remain safe make sure you let someone know if you feel uncomfortable with anything you see online!
You can also block individuals online which can be done through going onto their personal account and going through reporting and blocking them that way.
Sites like Facebook are a lot more dangerous than they seem, that’s why i’m really pushing for change. Please make sure you’re safe online by making sure you have followed these steps!
Stay safe
Beth x
p.s Keep updated with me on Twitter and Facebook
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