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Before you add anyone think if they are really
your friend and think about who is on your list.
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Always keep your personal information to
yourself.
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learn how to ignore or block people.
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Check you know how to report something.
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Use a nickname, not your real name.
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Keep your user name and password private.
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Don't accept messages from people you don't know
and don't reply to abusive messages.
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Don't meet someone you only have been in touch
with online.
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If someone you have accepted on your buddy or
contact list is acting strange, don't pass them on to a friend.
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learn how to keep an archive/save copy of your
own conversation.
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Check you know how to report something you feel
uncomfortable about to the messenger provider.
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make sure you know who you are talking to.