Discord is a free app which allows users to communicate in real time via text, video or voice chat. Available on desktop and mobile devices, it was originally designed to help gamers cooperate – but has evolved into a more general networking platform for a range of online communities, discussing topics like TV series, music, […]
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WhatsApp is the world’s most popular messaging service, with around two billion users exchanging texts, photos, videos and documents, as well as making voice and video calls. Its end-to-end encryption means messages can only be viewed by the sender and any recipients: not even WhatsApp can read them. Updates to its privacy policy in 2021
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To make the most of the internet, children need to make smart decisions. Be Internet Legends empowers younger children to use the web safely and wisely, so they can be confident explorers of the online world. Check out the Be Legends game and information on how to use and be safe below: Play – Interland
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Technology and the internet are part of our daily lives. It’s almost impossible for our children to avoid coming into contact with the online world. From social media apps to messaging services to online gaming, it’s important that we, as trusted adults, help to protect them from harm. But it’s just as important that they
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At Gosford Park Primary School we take online safety very seriously. We promote not only respect, kindness and healthy relationships whilst in school but also when outside of school and especially when online. From gaming and chat, to streaming and video, our children are shaping the interactive entertainment spaces they are a part of. Safer Internet Day
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What is Omegle? Omegle is a website which is specifically designed to allow users to talk to strangers. It works by randomly matching users to talk one-to-one using either text or video. It is free and anonymous to use, with no account registration or age verification. Many concerns have been raised about the safety and
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CONCERNS OVER ‘THE GAME’ on Roblox Coventry Safeguarding Children’s Partnership has been made aware of a viral post circulating on social media about an alleged self-harm ‘game’ being shared on popular gaming platform Roblox. The Ineqe Safeguarding Group , who have expertise in online safety and safeguarding, are currently saying they are unable to substantiate
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Creepy characters like Slender Man or Huggy Wuggy. Dangerous online challenges. Songs or videos that aren’t suitable for youngsters. When things like these begin trending online, it can be difficult to prevent children accidently stumbling across them — especially if they use a range of platforms, like online games, social media, streaming sites or messaging
The recent Apple update (August 2022) has a feature called Precise Location whereby the user’s exact location is pinpointed and shared on the following apps – Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat. The technology allows the actual building address to be shown. However, it is an auto turn on with users being unaware of its existence. To turn
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FREE ONLINE workshop for parents and carers to help keep their children safe online.Hosted by West Midlands Police in partnership with Coventry City Council’s Prevent Team.We will share guidance and strategies on how to make the internet a safer experience for children.The following topics will be explored:• Apps and appropriate ages• Safety settings• Grooming, sexting,
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