Children often make mistakes because:
- They share personal data without understanding that an account is part of their identity.- They believe in "easy money" – bonuses, prize draws, donations for reposts.
- They communicate with strangers, thinking that "everyone is familiar online".
- They hide their accounts and publications from parents.
- They are afraid to tell adults if something went wrong.
Parents also make mistakes:
- They do not teach digital hygiene, believing that "children will figure it out themselves".
- They do not enable parental controls – although they can block up to 70% of suspicious links.
- They store card details unprotected, do not limit the spending on children's cards.
- They do not track a child's purchases in games and marketplaces.
- They scold for mistakes instead of explaining how to stay safe.
Advice: Instead of prohibitions – dialogue. Instead of fear – knowledge.
The Internet is not an enemy if used wisely.
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