π What are Safe Websites?
Safe websites are like friendly playgrounds online! They're websites that protect your information and won't try to trick you. They usually have information that's good for kids and are checked by grown-ups.
π‘οΈ What are Unsafe Websites?
Unsafe websites are like dark alleys online. They might try to steal your information, show you things that are not for kids, or trick you into doing something you shouldn't. It's important to stay away from these places!
| Feature |
Safe Websites |
Unsafe Websites |
| Address Bar |
π Shows a padlock and starts with 'https://' |
π¨ May not have a padlock or starts with just 'http://' |
| Content |
π Fun, educational, and appropriate for kids |
πΏ Might have scary, inappropriate, or confusing content |
| Ads |
β Few or no ads, and the ads are for kid-friendly products |
π« Lots of ads that might trick you into clicking on them |
| Asking for Information |
β Rarely asks for personal information (name, age, address) |
π΅οΈ Asks for lots of personal information |
| Links |
π Links to other safe and trusted websites |
πΈοΈ Links to unknown or suspicious websites |
π‘ Key Takeaways for Kids
- π Look for the padlock in the address bar. That means the website is trying to keep your information safe.
- π If something on a website makes you feel uncomfortable, tell a grown-up right away.
- π« Never give out your name, address, or phone number without asking a grown-up first.
- π Only visit websites that your parents or teachers say are okay.
- π If a website asks you to download something, ask a grown-up before you do it. Downloads can sometimes be harmful.
- π€ Think before you click! Not everything you see online is true.
- π Learn about internet safety with your parents or teachers. The more you know, the safer you'll be!