Tag: safety

Covers what parents need to know, where to go for more information, and issues to raise with kids about living their lives online. To learn more, check out Talk to Your Kids.

What age is appropriate for a kid to have a mobile phone? That's something for you and your family to decide. Consider your child’s age, personality, and maturity, and your family's circumstances. Is your child responsible enough to...

Any kid with a cell phone probably uses it to send and receive text messages and images. It's similar to using email or instant messaging and most of the same etiquette and safety rules apply. Texting Sexting Texting If...

A techie spy and his cunning crew are out to get your personal information. Stop them cold by proving you're ready to protect yourself online.

For activities to help kids sharpen their critical thinking skills, be safer online and on-the-go, and better understand the ads they see around them, visit ftc.gov/livinglifeonline.