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Online abuse

Online abuse is any type of abuse that happens on the internet, such as social media

Report child abuse

If you have any concerns about a child, trust your instincts and contact the NSPCC Helpline. Our specialist team will listen, advise and take any action needed.

Reporting online safety concerns

Guidance on what to do if you're worried about something a child has experienced online.

Reporting child abuse and neglect

In the UK and worried about a child's safety or wellbeing? You can report it to us by phone or online, remaining anonymous if you wish.

Keeping children safe online

Learn more about children's online safety. Advice and support to help you learn about staying safe online as a family.

Online porn

It can be hard to know how to talk to your child about the risks of watching online porn. Our advice can help you explain the risks to your child, prevent them from watching porn, and know what to do if your child has explicit or upsetting content online.

How to Ensure Your Children Stay Safe While Playing Online Games

Advice for parents to understand the risks of online games and help your child play safely.

How to Protect Children From Domestic Abuse

Witnessing domestic abuse is child abuse. If you're worried about a child, we have advice to help you keep them safe.

Sexual abuse

If you're worried about sexual abuse, or signs of possible sexual abuse, we have information and advice to help you.

Keeping children safe from online sexual abuse

3 May 2022 / News

Advice and guidance for parents who are worried about their child being groomed.

What Is Emotional Abuse & Things You Should Know

Explore our guide on identifying emotional abuse, its impact, and steps for reporting. Get the support you need to protect children from harm.

Identifying Child Physical Abuse & How to Prevent It

If you're worried about physical abuse, we have information and advice to help you feel confident in taking the next steps to keep children and young people safe.

The Online Safety Bill has been passed!

We've done it! Thank you for all your support, you've helped create a safer online world for children

Distressing online content

Get information about distressing or violent online content, and how to support young people if they see it.

Online child abuse crimes have doubled in recent years and more must be done to protect children online

15 September 2021 / News

While online abuse crimes have doubled over the last four years, new Government plans to regulate social media through the Online Safety Bill fall significantly short of tackling this issue.