Keeping the Internet safe for children
betaNetworks supports a child-safe Internet. Here are some excellent resources that can help you ensure a safe and child-friendly Internet experience:
NetSafe:Â The website of the Internet Safety Group of New Zealand
WiredSafety.org: The world’s largest Internet safety and help group
Cyberangels: The world’s oldest and largest Internet safety organisation
GetNetwise:Â Educating parents and children about how to use the Internet safely
KidShield:Â Tools and information to create a safety net for your children online
ProtectKids.com:Â Protecting children in cyberspace
SafeKids.com: Making your family’s online experience fun and productive
How to Report Online Crime in South Africa
Cybercrime.org.za:
cybercrime.org.za/docs/Advisory_on_Reporting_Cybercrimes
SAPS:
SAPS Crime Stop (Tip-off Line):Â 0860 010 111
Childline:
08000 55 555 or www.childlinesa.org.za
Crime Line:
Film & Publications Board:
Resources for Children and Teens
Cell phones:
Chat rooms & email:
Child Pornography:
Cyber-bullying:
- cdn.netsmartz.org/tipsheets/Cyberbullying_Unplugged_2014.pdf
- www.cyberbullying.org.za/south-african-law.html
- www.itweb.co.za/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=63654
- www.stopcyberbullying.org/what_is_cyberbullying_exactly.html
Cyber Security:
- cdn.netsmartz.org/tipsheets/cybersecurity_tips.pdf
- www.connectsafely.org/tips-to-create-and-manage-strong-passwords
- www.kaspersky.com/internet-security-center/internet-safety/faq
Facebook:
Gaming:
General:
- cdn.netsmartz.org/tipsheets/protecting_kids.pdf
- cdn.netsmartz.org/tipsheets/tips_for_teens.pdf
- cdn.netsmartz.org/tipsheets/tween_tips_2011.pdf
- www.haltabuse.org/help/respond.shtml
Scams:
Sexting:
- cdn.netsmartz.org/tipsheets/sexting_teens.pdf
- cdn.netsmartz.org/tipsheets/You_Sent_A_Sext_Now_What.pdf
- www.cyberbullying.org.za/sexting.html
Social Media: