Things you can do online
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- Download an easy read guide to getting online (pdf) (PDF) [678KB]
- Download an easy read guide to social media (pdf) (PDF) [4MB]
- Download an easy read guide to internet safety (pdf) (PDF) [1MB]
- Download an easy read guide to using a mobile phone (pdf) (PDF) [1MB]
There are many fun things you can do with your computer, console or phone if you are connected to the internet (this is called going online).
You could:
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- Play games
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- Send messages to friends and family using emails or using social media websites like Facebook or Twitter
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- Talk to friends or family using Skype
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- Go shopping. Sometimes the best deals are available online
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- Pay bills or manage your bank account. This is called online banking
Being safe online
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Download an easy read guide to internet safety (pdf) (PDF) [1MB]
It is really important to stay safe online so remember:
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- Be careful who you chat to. You never really know who you are talking to online
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- Be careful about sharing information about yourself or sending photos of yourself
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- Keep your passwords a secret
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- Keep your bank details a secret. Especially if someone asks for these details in an email
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- If someone makes you feel scared or uncomfortable online, tell someone you trust
There are organisations that can help you stay safe online:
- BullyingUK - advice on what to do if you are being bullied on social media
- ChildLine - advice on online bullying and keeping your devices safe
- SaferNet - advice for staying safe online if you have learning disabilities