Never reveal any personal information to anyone you talk to. This includes your name, home address, phone number, the name of your school and the time school ends. Also, never let anyone know that you're home alone, or where your parents work. Once this information has been revealed it's too late to do anything about it.

Inform your parents if something that you come across online makes you feel uncomfortable.

Be careful with who you talk to online. Many people lie about their age, and if they're a boy or a girl. Sometimes a 32 year old man will pretend that he's a girl the same age as you. He does this so that you'll feel comfortable talking to him. Don't get tricked by these people because they only want to hurt you.

Never agree to get together with someone you "meet" online without your parents’ permission. If your parents agree to the meeting, make sure that they come along with you and that you meet them at a public place with lots of people.

Don't send pictures of yourself to people you meet online. Also, don't post pictures of yourself on websites.

Discuss with your parents what they feel is inappropriate for you to do on the Internet. Then follow their rules and guidelines. Always remember that your parents love you and they just want you to be safe.

There are a lot of "Adult" only websites on the Internet, and You must be at least 18 years or older to be on them. Stay away from these sites. You're parents don't want you to view the content on those sites, and it is illegal for you to do so.