#SCAM - I'm a young
The Internet is your space to play, have fun, share, etc. But it is also a place where some people are unfortunately malicious. Online scams can affect anyone, and young people are a prime target. Cyber crooks are becoming more and more sophisticated, especially thanks to artificial intelligence. So you have to be very careful about what you do and what you say on the internet!
Scams that target young people :
What you can do :
What to do if you've been scammed online?
- Don't respond to the scammer anymore
- Change your passwords immediately
- Take screenshots and keep a record with the evidence
- Report the scam to a platform like SafeonWeb
- In case of blackmail or intimate content, alert an adult immediately
- File a complaint with your local police with the help of an adult
Some online best practices
- Never share your address, school, number, or passwords
- Enable two-factor authentication to secure your accounts
- Don't click on a link that seems suspicious to you
- Talk to an adult if something makes you feel uncomfortable or wrong
- Buys from well-known online stores