Target group
Parents and carers
Join the UK Safer Internet Centre for Stakeholder Events in Wales and Scotland!
Stakeholders in Wales and Scotland are invited to join the UK Safer Internet Centre for two pivotal stakeholder events, as…
Teen Accounts Introduced to Instagram
Instagram has introduced ‘Teen Accounts’ to provide more protections for users aged 13 to 15, while also offering parents increased…
Report reveals the current state of online safety in schools across England
The latest 360 Degree Safe report on online safety in English schools reveals a surprising and concerning slowdown in progress.
Top Tips for Reporting Harmful Content Online
Learn about the top tips SWGfL's Report Harmful Content has for anyone reporting harmful content.
Virtual Reality: A Brief Guide
VR games have become increasingly popular, find out about some of the benefits and considerations.
Ofcom releases research into AI generated content
New research by Ofcom shows the growing impact of AI-generated content on young people and adults.
New Synthetic Media Hub Launched by SWGfL
SWGfL have launched a new Synthetic Media Hub to help people learn about synthetic media and access advice and support…
Snapchat includes new features to protect against sextortion
Snapchat has announced some new features aimed to support users against sextortion and other online harms.
New cyber security data reveals the impact of attacks on schools
71% of secondary schools experienced a cyber breach or attack in the past year, in contrast to 52% of primary…
My child is gaming with strangers – what should I do?
In this blog, Childnet Education Officer Georgia offers advice about gaming and chat within games.
What Is TikTok Shop? Staying Safe When Buying Online
Find out more about TikTok Shop, and how to stay safe when using it.
New online issue page released to support with responding to sextortion incidents
We have prepared a brand new online issue page to guide professionals, parents, carers, and young people through sextortion.