For Children
These pages are written just for you. They are here to help you understand how to stay safe — online and in the real world. If anything ever worries you, you can always talk to a grown-up you trust.
What to Do If Someone Online Makes You Feel Weird
A gentle guide for children about what to do when someone on the internet makes them feel uncomfortable or uneasy.
What to Do If You See Something Scary Online
Helping children understand what to do when they accidentally see something upsetting on the internet.
What to Do If a Friend Is Being Bullied Online
Helping children understand how to support a friend who is being bullied on the internet.
How to Leave a Group Chat or Game Safely
Helping children understand that it is okay to leave online conversations or games that make them uncomfortable.
Keeping Your Information Private Online
Teaching children why personal information matters and how to keep it private when using the internet.
Staying Safe While Playing Games Online
Practical safety tips for young children who play online games, including advice about chat, friends lists and in-game purchases.
Your Body Belongs to You
An age-appropriate resource helping children understand body boundaries and what to do if someone crosses them.
Understanding Safe and Unsafe Secrets
Helping children understand the difference between good surprises and secrets that should be told to a grown-up.
How to Ask a Grown-Up for Help
Practical, reassuring advice for children on how to talk to a trusted adult when they need help.
What to Do If Someone Asks for Your Picture
Clear, calm advice for children about what to do if someone online asks them to share a photo of themselves.
Being a Good Friend Online
Helping children understand how to be kind and thoughtful when using the internet, games and messaging apps.
Keeping Your Accounts Safe
Simple advice for children about choosing strong passwords and keeping their online accounts secure.
What Is a Password and Why Does It Matter?
A simple guide for younger children explaining what passwords are and why they help keep you safe.
What Is Cyberbullying?
A gentle introduction for children explaining what cyberbullying means and what they can do about it.
Staying Safe in Game Chat
Practical advice for young gamers about staying safe when chatting in online games.
Why Telling a Trusted Adult Always Helps
Reassuring children that speaking to a trusted adult about online worries is always the right thing to do.
Screen Time: Getting the Balance Right
Helping children understand why taking breaks from screens is good for them.
What Is a Digital Footprint?
A simple explanation for children about how the things you do online leave a trail behind.
What Is a Deepfake? (And Why It Matters)
A simple, friendly explanation of deepfakes for children aged 8–11 — what they are, why they can be harmful, and what to do if you see one.
What to Do If a Friend Seems Sad or Upset Online
A gentle guide for children about how to help a friend who seems unhappy or upset about something happening online.
Video Calls: Is It Safe When Someone Wants to Call You?
Helping children aged 8–11 understand when video calls are safe and what to do if a video call feels wrong.
If something has happened that has made you feel scared or upset, you can call Childline for free on 0800 1111. They are there to listen and help.