About this lesson

Social media safety refers to the practices, strategies, and guidelines that help protect individuals’ privacy, personal information, and mental well-being while using social media platforms. As social media has become an integral part of daily life for billions of people, ensuring safety on these platforms is crucial. Here are some key aspects of social media safety:

Course curriculum

    1. Lesson 1: What is Social Media Safety?

    2. Lesson 2: Why is Social Media Safety Important?

    3. Lesson 3: Understanding the Risks of Social Media

    4. Lesson 4: Domestic Violence and Social Media

    1. Lesson 1: Protecting Your Personal Information

    2. Lesson 2: Privacy Settings and Privacy Policies

    3. Lesson 3: Avoiding Online Scams and Identity Theft

    4. Lesson 4: How to stay safe on social media

    1. Lesson 1: The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

    2. Lesson 2: Setting Boundaries and Balancing Screen Time

    1. Lesson 1: Facebook safety

    2. Lesson 2: Instagram Safety

    3. Lesson 3: X (Twitter) Safety

    4. Lesson 4: Snap Chat Safety

    5. Lesson 5: TikTok Safety

    6. Lesson 6: Youtube Safety

    7. Lesson 7: Whatsapp Safety

    1. Lesson 1: Creating a Personal Social Media Safety Plan

    2. Lesson 2: Keeping children safe on social media
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Monthly checklist

Every month follow these tips to ensure your social media activites are as safe as possible.

  • Customize Your Privacy Options: Regularly review and adjust your privacy settings on each social media platform. Limit who can see your posts, your profile information, and who can send you friend requests or messages.

  • Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Add an extra layer of security by requiring a second form of verification to log in, such as a text message code or an authentication app

  • Follow Updates: Social media platforms frequently update their privacy policies, settings, and features. Stay informed about these changes to make sure you're taking advantage of the latest security measures.

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FAQ

  • Who are Protective Group?

    Protective Group are a private security and safety company that assists victims of violence. We have assisted over 30,000 victims in the past decade. You can learn more about us at protectivegroup.com.au.

  • How can I contact Protective Group for further help if I'm unsure about something?

    Please feel free to call us on 1300 743 000 or via email at [email protected]. The team here at Protective Group are always here to help.

  • Does Protective Group offer translation services?

    Our current team speak English, Chinese and Russian. We can arrange translation services.

  • Does Protective Group help with financial support?

    No. Protective Group is a private company and cannot assist with financial or housing support. We recommend speaking to your referrer if you have been referred to us or visit 1800respect.org.au for further assistance.

  • I'm worried about my physical and technology safety what should I do?

    If you were referred to us by a support service, please have discuss with them before contacting us. You can engage our services privately. Please contact our office on 1399 743 000 for further assistance.

  • I think my device is compromised/hacked what should I do?

    If you were referred to us by a support service discuss with them before contacting us. If they can assist you with a referral to our services, they will advise you of the process.

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