Cyber safety: Nurturing a Safe Online Ecosystem for Children in the Digital Realm

Abstract

In modern times, children’s familiarity with digital tools is reshaping their daily lives quicker than before. Digital technology has a great impact on the overall development of children. Constant use of devices like phones, apps, gaming platforms and social networks brings challenges like online bullying, exposure to predators, weak data safety and stolen identities. This may lead to anxiety, depression, isolation and poor performance in academics. The children may also show poor emotional regulation. Therefore, it is essential that efforts are made at different levels to keep children safe online. The present paper discusses the online dangers and how children can be kept safe while they are browsing the internet. It highlights the need for parental controls, strong passwords, privacy settings, screen time and knowledge of phishing and unsafe links.