What should you do if your child faces an online threat? TechnoWomen has published a practical guide for parents to help protect children in the digital environment.
The golden rule for the first 5 minutes if a child shares a problem: listen calmly, do not panic, do not blame them, and do not take away their phone.
The guide outlines clear action algorithms for major risks:
- Sextortion: do not send money or new photos, save evidence (screenshots, URLs), block the account, and contact the police (102) or Call Center (111).
- Cyberbullying: do not invalidate the child’s feelings, document evidence, report it to the school or law enforcement.
- Grooming, online fraud, and AI deepfakes: if there is an immediate threat to life or a meeting has been scheduled, contact 102 and 111 right away.
Important contacts are also highlighted: the 24/7 free and anonymous Call Center 111 and Police 102. Remember preventive measures: set default privacy settings, use two-factor authentication (2FA), and maintain an open, trusting relationship with your child.