Hints to Monitoring your Childs Social Media
No Underage Facebooking
Did you know that no one under the age of 13 is permitted to join Facebook? However, there is no real way for Facebook to truly enforce it, because anyone can lie about their year of birth. Check Privacy Settings Check that your privacy settings for the Internet and Facebook are set to the strictest levels. This not only protects the computer user, but also the computer from the threat of viruses. Use Filtering Software There are software suites you can purchase to monitor your child’s Internet usage. Popular programs such as Net Nanny (http://www.netnanny.com/) let you monitor social media sites, block chats, filter content and much more. Get To Know What Your Child’s Habits Are You don’t need to be a super sleuth and spy on your kid’s every online move, but it is important to be aware of the kinds of sites he/she is frequently using. |
Monitor the Pictures Your Child Posts Online
In an ideal world, your child would never post a photo of herself online, but that might not be entirely realistic. If she wants to share photos with her friends, be sure you know exactly which pictures are being posted. Be a Good Example of How to Use Social Media If you are tweeting and updating your Facebook page at a stop light and taking every opportunity to “just check something,” you’re setting a poor example for social media usage. Always remember to ask yourself if you’re setting a good example of using social media. Limit Cell Phone Use Just as you would limit use of a computer, TV or gaming system, you can do the same with a cell phone. Keep the Computer in a Central Location It’s easy to keep tabs on any online activity when the computer is located in a high-traffic zone. |
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