The Importance of Online Safety
Online Safety is an umbrella term that covers the measures taken by companies to ensure that their platforms are secure, respectful, and inclusive for their users. They include removing harmful content, providing education resources, creating an environment of feedback and reporting, and developing robust data security measures. A commitment to security online can help businesses build an online community that people really want to be part of.
The Internet has brought many positive changes in our daily lives. However it also brings with it a variety of potential threats to our personal security. These risks can be anything from scams, phishing and malware to cyberbullying identity theft, and other predatory behavior. Many of these risks are directly linked to the growing number of digital interactions we all engage in whether through text chat or social media apps.
Making sure safety is on your mind can be as easy as implementing common sense in your digital life. It’s a good idea to only share content you want the world to see, and to be careful of those who try to get you to commit fraud or steal your information. It’s also important to keep devices and software up-to-date, and always use a secure Wi-Fi connection when possible.
Students can be skeptical and question information, requests, or downloads. Instructing children to be skeptical can help them avoid a variety of problems, from frauds and phishing scams to fake social media profiles and malicious attacks.
