Online safety
Internet and mobile technologies play a major role in the lives of children and young people. They are exposed to an open online social culture which enables increasing access to information and social connections.
Accessing the internet is not without its risks, and it can be challenging for carers to ensure children have the skills and knowledge to identify and avoid the risks, so they can experience the benefits of being online.
The eSafety Commissioner (eSafety) provides a range of online safety information targeted to parents and carers. eSafety is the Australian Government’s independent online safety regulator that aims to help safeguard Australians at risk of online harms, and to promote safer, more positive online experiences.
On eSafety parents you will find:
- advice to help your child deal with online safety issues
- free webinars for parents and carers to learn the latest strategies for helping children stay safer online
- resources to help you start the chat about online safety issues and strategies with your child
- short videos and easy-to-read advice sheets with translations to help you talk to your children about online safety.
You can also read their online family book Let’s talk about being safe online which is designed to help children from age 7 explore online safety through simple and open conversations.
Subscribe to their eSafety news to receive online tips, updates and resources.
More information
- eSafety young people: Useful information to help young people stay safe online.
- eSafety kids: Information for children to stay safe online.
- Information for parents and carers about bullying.
