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    Protect personal information: Avoid sharing details like passwords, phone numbers or bank
                         information in emails, even if the message looks urgent or claims to be from an official source.

                          Avoid  unknown  links and  files: Do not click  suspicious  links or download  unexpected
                         attachments,  because  they  may  contain  harmful software
                         that can steal your private data.

                          Write emails clearly and politely: Use a proper subject line              Always verify the
                         and respectful language so your message is easy to understand            identity of the person
                         and prevents misunderstanding during communication.                        or source before

                          Keep  inbox organised: Delete  spam  or junk  messages                    sharing personal
                         regularly to stay tidy and reduce the chance of accidentally                 information.
                         opening unsafe emails that may contain misleading content.

                      Safe Habits for Messaging Apps

                      Follow these habits to stay protected and communicate responsibly while using messaging apps:

                          Accept messages from trusted contacts: Communicate only with people you know in real
                         life, as strangers may try to gain your trust and misuse the information you share online.

                          Block unknown users: Stop unwanted messages by blocking anyone who behaves oddly, asks
                         for personal details or sends links that seem unsafe to your conversations.
                          Avoid forwarding unverified messages: Share information only after checking if it is true,

                         because forwarding fake news and rumours can mislead others and create unnecessary fear
                         or confusion.
                          Stay careful in group chats: Think before posting personal details, photos or opinions in groups,

                         since many people can see your messages and they may forward them without permission.
                          Remember messages can be shared: Type thoughtfully because screenshots or forwards
                         can spread your words to  others, so respectful  and polite  communication  helps prevent
                         misunderstandings.

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                                                SAFE OR UNSAFE                                            Century   #Initiative
                                                                                                           Skills

                      Read the following privacy setting scenarios and decide whether each statement is True or False. Reflect
                      on your answers and think about how you can apply these settings to stay safe while using email and
                      messaging apps.

                                                         Scenario                                       True / False
                         1.    It is safest to set your WhatsApp profile photo visibility to ‘Everyone’ so

                             that new classmates and team members can easily find you.
                         2.    Signing up for a game with ‘Sign in with Google/Facebook’ grants the
                             game access to some of your personal information.

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