Ways People Give Out Information Accidentally
Social MediaWhen you fill out your profile on any social media, it becomes public. People can see where you live, what school you go to, how old you are, your email, your phone number. Make sure to keep your profile settings on private and only friend/follow others you know.
This video will show you the power of social media and what you post: http://www.nsteens.org/Videos/6DegreesOfInformation |
When you e-mail others you have to be careful of what kind of information you give out. If you ever receive an email about an account that isn't yours, grab a trusted adult and contact the company and tell them someone is using your information!
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Online ContestsYou know those contests you enter online for a chance to win a free trip to California for 4, or a chance to see a movie premiere, my recommendation is if you need more than an email its probably a scam. *Remember never give away your home address ever*
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Don't ever meet up with anybody you met online, especially without parents permission:
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