More people are using technology to stay connected and get things done. Technology can also be used as a pattern of abusive behaviour to hurt, control and monitor a partner or someone close to them. We’ve developed A Guide to Social Media Settings to explain the risks that people in this situation may encounter online and the safety settings…
Running and supporting an online community on a Facebook Group page can be a rewarding and sometimes challenging task. We’ve put our best advice together to help Facebook Group Moderators and Administrators learn about some of the common online safety challenges reported to Netsafe and the ways you can support your Facebook Group members to…
Every family is different. That’s why Netflix has developed safety and parental control tools to help members make informed decisions. As a subscription service without any advertising, helping their members find what they want is important to Netflix. Here are some tips from the experts at Netflix to help keep you safe when using the service, and what you…
Some advice on how to stay safe on New Zealand’s favorite auction site, Trade Me.
A lot of people play mobile games. They can be a harmless, even constructive escape from the demands of everyday life but not all mobile games are created equally. From age restrictions to unexpected charges, we’re here to help you understand how people play on their phone. UNDERSTANDING MOBILE GAMES Mobile games have become massively…
Like PlayStations, Xboxes, the Nintendo Switch and home computers and now Gaming on Twitch, gaming has come a long way since arcade machines. Twitch is one of the world’s leading live streaming platform for gamers. Find out how it works, what the risks are and how to stay safe. WHAT IS TWITCH GAMING Twitch is…
You are here: Online Safety Parent Toolkit > Explore An app (short for application) is a piece of software that lets you perform a task on a computer, mobile, tablet or wearable device. They are mostly free, but you can also be charged depending on their features. An app lets you connect on social media,…
Netsafe has launched the ‘Stay Connected, Stay Safe’ education campaign to help people have better online experiences during lockdown. #stayconnectedstaysafe encourages people to use and engage with all the different types of technology on offer to help them stay connected and provides tips and advice about how to do it safely. Martin Cocker, Netsafe CEO,…
TikTok is one of the fastest growing social media apps. It is a platform for creating, sharing and discovering short videos. We’ve put together our top tips to help you safely navigate some of the online challenges. How does TikTok work? TikTok is an app that allows users to create, share and discover entertaining videos….
It can be hard to know what to do with technology after leaving a relationship which had a pattern of abuse. If you are worried that you, a family member or a friend may be potentially abused through technology, this advice may help understand the risks and how to overcome them. If you or someone…
