• Establish Rules: Set clear guidelines on when and how long your child can use the internet and social media.
• Define Content Limits: Discuss appropriate content and websites they can access
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• • rivacy Settings: Familiarize yourself with the privacy settings on social media platforms and adjust them to limit access to personal information.
  • Personal Information Protection: Teach your child not to share personal information online, such as full name, address, school name, or contact details.
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• Kid-Friendly Search Engines: Encourage your child to use kid-friendly search engines for age-appropriate content.
• Vet Websites: Teach your child to verify the credibility of websites before sharing information.

1. • Open Communication: Create a safe space for your child to discuss any cyberbullying experiences or concerns.
   • Recognize Signs: Educate your child about the signs of cyberbullying, such as receiving hurtful messages or exclusion.
   • Reporting Mechanisms: Ensure your child knows how to report cyberbullying incidents to you and to the platform’s administrators.
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• Monitor Online Activity: Supervise your child’s social media interactions, especially in the initial stages.
• Friend Requests and Contacts: Discuss the importance of accepting friend requests and interacting only with people they know in real life.
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• Permanent Presence: Emphasize that online actions leave a digital footprint, and anything shared may be accessible forever.

• Model Respectful Behavior: Set an example by treating others online with kindness and respect.
• Address Negative Behavior: If your child witnesses cyberbullying or negative behavior, encourage them to speak up or report it.

Balanced Approach: Encourage a healthy balance between online activities and other forms of play and learning.

Open Communication: Foster open communication with your child, encouraging them to share their online experiences with you.