School-age children like going online to look at videos, play games and connect with friends and family. They might also be using the internet for schoolwork and homework. They can do this using computers, mobile phones, tablets, TVs and other internet-connected devices, including toys.

Because school-age children are starting to be independent online and might go online unsupervised, there are more internet safety risks for them than there are for younger children. There are particular risks if your child uses the internet to communicate with others – for example, on social media or within games.

Cybercrime comes in many forms including identity theft, financial fraud, stalking, online bullying, hacking, and more. At best, cybercrime can cause major inconvenience and annoyance for a victim. At worst, cybercrime can result in financial ruin or even threaten a victim’s reputation or personal safety