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Privacy settings on Instagram – answering some FAQs
In this blog we are looking to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about Instagram and the privacy…
Why do some apps ask for my age?
In this blog we look at age restriction, specifically why some apps may ask for your age or date of…
Government announces new UK Council to improve Online Safety
The UK Government has announced it is expanding the scope of the UK Council for Child Internet Safety (UKCCIS) to help improve…
Questions on Instagram: looking at the latest feature
In this blog we look at Instagram questions, and the things to be aware of whilst using this feature.
More parents worry about bad language online than grooming or child sexual exploitation
A new Mumsnet and Gransnet survey for the Internet Watch Foundation (a partner in the UK Safer Internet Centre) has…
Staying safe online in the summer holidays – advice for parents and carers
In this blog we look at the ways in which parents and carers can help keep their children safe as…
IWF scoops 20th Anniversary ISPA Award
The Internet Watch Foundation (IWF), which is one third of the UK Safer Internet Centre, has won the 20th Anniversary Award 2018…
A reintroduction to the IWF – looking at the important work they do
The IWF (Internet Watch Foundation), which makes up one third of the UK Safer Internet Centre, is a leading organisation…
“But everyone else is playing it!” – How do I decide if a game is right for my child?
Childnet, a partner in the UK Safer Internet Centre, give advice for parents and carers, looking at the ways in which you…
Young people create award winning online safety films
Will Gardner, CEO of Childnet and a Director of the UK Safer Internet Centre, looks at the success of the Childnet…
Meet the Childnet Film Competition Finalists 2018
We are delighted to announce the 6 schools who have been shortlisted as finalists and who will see their films…
Young People Urged to Help Tackle Online Hate
As part of a new project aimed at tackling online hate, SWGfL is looking for young people in the UK aged…