Playing games and making friends online can be lots of fun! You can meet people who enjoy the same games, watch funny videos and explore exciting new worlds together.
But sometimes, someone you meet online might not be who they say they are.
An online stranger is someone you don't know in real life. Even if they seem friendly, have a cool username or play your favourite game, you can't always be sure who is behind the screen.
That's why it's important to know how to spot tricky people and keep your private information safe.
An online stranger might:
If someone online does these things, stop and tell an adult
Remember: You can have fun online without sharing your secrets. It's always okay to ask for help!
Pico learnt that not everyone online is who they say they are. If something feels strange, tell someone you trust. You don't have to deal with it alone!
Not everyone online is who they say they are! If someone I don't know asks for my private information or tells me to keep secrets, I'll stop, block, report and tell a grown-up I trust. That's the Safe & Smart way!
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