What you need to know
Are you new online? Maybe you just got your first mobile phone or just joined facebook. Maybe you just started using whatsapp or eskimi.
Being online is a whole new world. But like the real world it has its good and bad side
Online you can meet and make new friends, connect with old friends, get information about anything and learn new things.
There are however some dangers you might face online. This is why you need to stay safe online.
Being safe on the Internet, means that you’re aware of the dangers online and you know how to handle them.
Some risks you could face online include:
Cyberbullying
Like mean, threatening or hurtful posts, comments or messages. People might say mean things to you online. Rather than attack them send them a message that says “I will appreciate it if you stopped writing mean things on my page” or block them. To block them go to person’s profile page. Click on the three dotted buttons next to the “message button”. A menu that has option to block will appear click that button to confirm. You can also report them as spam on facebook and whatsapp.
Exposure to inappropriate materials like pornography or violence
On some platforms you can block seeing such materials , you can go to the settings and if there is such a filter. See if you can turn that on so you are not shown such content. If this kind of content is being posted or being sent to you by someone you follow you can either unfollow and block them so they are no longer able to send you messages and you will no longer see their posts.
Online predators
In other words, people who use the internet to try and connect with children or teen girls just like you to do you harm. Their intention may be to abuse or have an inappropriate personal relationship with you. Sharing too much personal or private information can put you, your friends and family in danger.
If a person sends you a message asking you to send your address or pictures ignore them or block them.
You should be careful of anyone you meet online, even people who seem nice or are your own age can cause you harm. Block anyone who wants you to do anything that makes you feel uncomfortable even if you know them.
We want you to be as safe as possible when using the Internet, whether it’s through a mobile phone or at an Internet cafe.
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thank ma
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
wow this is delighting! welcome Ms Tech
March 20, 2022, 8:02 p.m.
This is good, i wish all teenger view this they wouldn't get contact with danger.It is good be aware.
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Sage! Thanks for the kind words. We are glad you like the story. Feel free to invite your friends.
Thanks
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
thanks
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
thanks
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
how can you avoid relationship online
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Happyluv! Avoiding relationships online is solely dependent on you. Yes, you! You have to be conscious of how and who you chat with and what you say to these people. It's all about you saying NO (politely) when someone makes advances at you. We hope this helps.
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March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
hi big sis... I recently open a Facebook account, ive already made new friends there. but there is this particular boy who insists that he knows me and wants to meet me, I don't think I've met him before... should I go and see him???..
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Springster! We removed this message because you added your personal information
Hey Springster! Thanks for the comment. First of all, you have to be careful because not everyone on social media (Facebook, Instagram etc) lives a real life. Some of them are hiding their real personalities on social media. If you must go out on a date with him, please go to an open place that has many people and be very watchful. If he asks you to go to somewhere private and/or secluded, please do not go. If possible, go with someone and tell a trusted adult where you are going to and also give his number. We hope this helps.
Tell him u dnt kw him nd seein him will add notin to ur lyf so he should leave u
Is it good to date online??.
March 20, 2022, 8:01 p.m.
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Hey Izzy! First of all, you have to be careful because not everyone on social media (Facebook, Instagram etc) lives a real life. Some of them are hiding their real personalities on social media. If you must go out on a date with him, please go to an open place that has many people and be very watchful. If he asks you to go to somewhere private and/or secluded, please do not go. If possible, go with someone and tell a trusted adult where you are going to and also give his number. We hope this helps.
not really
av learnt alot
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
Hy friends
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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how you doing
good morning friends
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
Hi friends
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
Is it ideal for me to date fb frnd who i have a big crush on but hav not met
March 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
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Hey Ann! Thanks for the comment. We always advise that you stay safe online. There are a lot of predators online looking for people to take advantage of. Remember you only know as much as the person tells you and some of it may be lies because you have no proof. Just be extrememly careful so that you do not fall into their trap. Take your time and do not be in a hurry. Remember that what you have is a crush and crushes always tend to die naturally. We hope this helps
Big Sis, pls am 17 bt i av a boyfrnd we dnt c evryday cos my parents r strict bt we stay conncted on facebuk nd we love eachoda, shld i continue wt d relationshp?
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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Hey Taisey! Thanks for opening up through this comment. It is up to you to decide whether or not you want to continue with the relationship. You just need to find a trusted adult to talk to about your boyfriend and relationship. We hope this helps
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March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
There is a guy dat disturbing me on fb but i ignore his message is it good 4 me to ignore i don't know him
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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Hey Live! Just stay safe. We do not encourage our girls to embrace random relationships on social platforms like Facebook because a lot of these people are out to just take advantage of you. It's better to ignore him than to be rude to him. We hope this helps
Don't worry be friends with him
is it danger when we give information about ourself
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
This guy is asking me for my WhatsApp number should I give him
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
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Hey Ng07! Thanks for the comment. Are you comfortable with giving him your number? If you are not, please do not give in to pressure and give him your number. We hope this helps
I need a girl who I can chat with
March 20, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
AM ON ONLINE FRIENDSHIP IS ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT DUE IT NEVER AFFECT MY STUDIES
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey STAR! Online friendships are not safe. You do not truly know the person or their intentions. They can conveniently lie to you without you knowing because it is only their words you have to hold on to. So many people have been in bad friendships online. We do not validate this but if you must, be very very careful about the information you give to people online. No matter how safe you feel with them, still be careful. We hope this helps
Hi big sis/how can i knw dat sum1 love me online?nd wht are de implcation of hving girlfriend online.
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey Kandavsss! There is no way to know if someone loves you online. Online relationships are not safe because it is your word against them. If they are lying to you, no one will know because you only have to believe what they say to you. Online relationships are not safe so we advise you to be very careful. The implication is that you can meet someone dangerous that will pretend to be a girlfriend (it can even be a guy but all you can see is a picture). Please be safe. We hope this helps
What is porn
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey Springster! Porn is an explicit sex movie that shows sexual scenes. We hope this helps
His sex good for male ?
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
Hey big sis, there was dis guy who was my fb friend who kept disturbing me for me to be his girlfriend i stupidly accepted and he demanded for my pics and i sent 5 of dem. finally i realized wat i did and blocked him Bt he still keeps changing his account name and stalking me... Pls wat should i do am disturbed
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
hlw
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
big sis, having sex is a sin?
March 20, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Hey tekno! Thanks for the comment. This is a personal decision and it is up to you to make. Everyone has a right to their belief. We hope this helps
I'm still single,I dn't even hv a time to think of having sex even thogh I'm a guy,But my friends are mocking at me what should I do?
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
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Hey Eddie! This is a pure case of peer pressure and you need to stand your ground. Having a girlfriend or even having sex is a personal decision that you have to make by yourself. Do not let anyone pressure you to do this. Take your time and be sure that you are ready for this. Let them know that you will do what is necessary when you are ready for it not because they are putting you under pressure. We hope this helps
this was very beneficial
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
my hope to have friends
March 20, 2022, 7:57 p.m.
I like this article
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
Guys am sad and worried right now I need someone to be by my side right now am having a feeling of sadness.
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
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Hey jbaby005! You know big sister is always here for you. Feel free to open up okay?
Big Sister
I will always be here for you jbaby.
jbaby,wot cud b wrong to give u sadness.feel free to share with us .and i will be always there for u.so u dont have to worry
jbaby i tyink i am feeling wot u felt two weeks ago .i felt heart broken but no one broke my heart.i felt i am alone but right now my parent are with me. i couldnt figure it out but i no am just sad and bored .
I have just a friend online (springster)and we are getting close,and her name is jbaby she is my one and only friend online and I wish to have more friends here on springster.
March 20, 2022, 7:56 p.m.
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hi cutie ,i no dat u bot are frends can i be your friend too .am feeling bored cos i dont have a friend like you had jbaby.
wow cutie, am just seeing this now,that's so nice of u,online(springsters)friends forever, nice meeting someone like u here cutie.
thanks ,friends with pleasure.
I have just a friend on facebook, his name iyke. We were easy going and chatting well. But as time goes on, he started calling me sweet names like; my love, my darling, my rose. I wasn't comfortable with that, so i told him and he picked offence. He said that he loves me and was trying to walk it out and see if marriage would walk for us. But i told him i was not interested. He layed abuses on me and called me all sort of names and blocked me. I was angered and feel so humiliated. And wish i could talk back at him.
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
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hi blosom,sorry for that what he just did show dat he doesnt love you only want to take advantage of you.And i dont tjink you need to talk back at him just leave him since he blocked you already.
Also want 2 be friend wit u guyz
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
Hi Aderinola, can we be friends
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
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dats gud
All is well even inside the well
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
I would advice my fellow girls especially Not to meet some one offline... but if u are certain about meeting a person, it should be in an open place like a mall or restaurant to avoid stories that touch.
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
Hi guys, am new here. Seriously need a close friend
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
Hello Josy,You are highly welcome.
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
hi guys am new here
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
Hi! :-) i'm new here am i welcome?
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
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Hello am new
hi am new here
March 20, 2022, 7:53 p.m.
Hi am new here am I welcome
March 20, 2022, 7:53 p.m.
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Hey Springster! You're welcome. We hope you like the stories. Feel free to invite your friends here.