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Pretending to be someone you know: Sometimes, cybercriminals act like a
friend, teacher or family member to make you trust them online.

Scary warnings: They might send fake messages claiming something is wrong
with your device, trying to scare you into giving personal information.

“STOP THINK! No one gives away
anything for free. Never give away A “Free Gift” online

your data for a so called free gift link is just a trap that
or prize.” steals your personal
information.

“You must keep personal information secret and control
who sees it using two golden keys: consent and privacy, so

everyone stays safe online”.

INTRODUCTION TO DATA SAFETY

Every day, we use computers, tablets, and mobile phones to learn, play games,

watch videos and talk to friends. When we use these devices, we often share small
pieces of information about ourselves.

Data safety means keeping your personal information protected from people who
should not see it. It also means using the Internet wisely and making good choices.

Learning about data safety helps you stay safe while exploring the digital world.

Consent and Privacy

To be the master of your digital secrets, you need to understand two powerful words:

Consent and Privacy Settings. Let us understand these terms one by one.

Consent

Consent means asking before you do something. Always ask an adult or a friend
before taking their photo, sharing their things or using their information. If they say

“no”, respect it. Asking permission keeps everyone safe and happy.

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