10 Simple Tips to Safely Navigate the Digital World

1 Keep your passwords safe:

"Imagine that your password is like the key to your personal diary. You wouldn't want anyone else to have it, would you?"

Example: "Don't use '123456' as a password; that would be like leaving your door open to anyone."

"Updating your devices is like installing a stronger lock on your door. It keeps you safer."

Example: "If you don't update your phone, hackers could find a way in."

"Don't open emails from people you don't know. They could be like strange letters in your mailbox."

Example: "I received an email saying I had won a prize without participating in any contest. That sounds suspicious, right?"

"What you post online is like a public announcement. Do not reveal private information."

Example: "Never share your address or phone number on social media. You don't know who might see it."

"An antivirus is like a shield that protects your computer from viruses and malware."

Example: "Imagine that your computer has a knight who defends the castle against malicious dragons, that knight is your antivirus!"

"On the Internet, some people may not be who they say they are. Be careful with strangers."

Example: "It's not safe to meet up with someone you met online without first verifying that they are really who they say they are."

"Using public Wi-Fi networks is like talking out loud in a crowded place. Anyone can hear you."

Example: "At a coffee shop, it's best not to do online banking unless you're sure the network is secure."

"Don't share photos or personal information about others without their permission. It's like opening your diary and showing it to everyone."

Example: "You shouldn't upload photos of your friends without first asking them if they agree."