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Content promoting self-harm, suicide and eating disorders

Get advice on supporting young people who've been exposed to content promoting self-harm, suicide and eating disorders.
We’re calling for effective action in the Online Safety Bill as child abuse image crimes reach record levels

22 February 2023 / News

66% increase in child abuse image offences recorded by UK police in the past 5 years, our investigation has revealed.
How can I help my child if they are being bullied?

Practical advice and information for how to support a child if they are being bullied.
Free online safety virtual workshop

Watch our free online safety virtual workshop for parents and carers.
Support children with SEND talking to people online

How to support children with SEND when talking to people and making friends online. We have advice and tips for discussing chat rooms, online games and apps.
Online safety for children with SEND

Learn about talking to your child with SEND about online safety, talking to people online and online wellbeing. Download our resources and advice.
Molly Russell

30 September 2022 / News

The inquest findings into the death of Molly Russell released today, told she took her own life while suffering from depression and had interacted with harmful social media content.
Supporting children's wellbeing online

Get advice on helping children to manage their mental wellbeing when they're online.
Christmas gifts for children

15 December 2021 / News

If you're gifting an internet connected device as a present - like a game console or tablet or mobile - it’s important to help keep your child safe while using them. We have advice to help!
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.
Inappropriate or explicit content

Get advice on supporting children if they've seen harmful or upsetting content online.
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Prime Minister urged to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls

27 April 2023 / News

Rishi Sunak urged to back online Violence Against Women and Girls Code of Practice for big tech firms.
Keeping children safe from online sexual abuse

3 May 2022 / News

Advice and guidance for parents who are worried about their child being groomed.
Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport

Advice and support for keeping your child safe in sports clubs, groups and activities.
Selling explicit and nude images online

Understanding the risks of young people being offered money for nude or explicit images.
Children and drugs

Information and advice for speaking to children about drugs and making sure they're aware of the law and the risks.
The influencers of influencers

15 May 2023 / News

What you need to know about online influencers
How to help your child deal with online content about the war between Russia and Ukraine

21 March 2022 / News

With lots of online content about Russia and Ukraine, your child may be confused and worried about what is happening. Here are tips to help you manage what they are seeing online.
Livestreaming and online video apps

Learn what livestreaming and online video apps are and why young people use them. We’ve got advice to help you understand the challenges and keep your child safe.