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Think carefully about who is on your
chat list and who you talk to.
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Keep your personal information secret.
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Save a copy of your conversation and don't be
afraid to tell someone you are saving their conversation.
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Learn how to block and ignore people.
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Make sure you know how to report things you feel
uncomfortable about to the messenger provider.
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NEVER tell anyone your password.
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Use a nickname and not your real name (use a
nickname that is not going to attract the wrong type of
attention).
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Keep your username private.
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Change your password on a regular basis.
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Don't reply to abusive messages, don't send them
either.
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Don't accept messages from people you don't
know.
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Don't pass someone that is acting weirdly
on to a friend because you could be putting them in danger.
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If you feel you must meet someone you have met
online take a trusted adult with you, e.g. parent or carer.
