Author: MCS

Online Scams

Definition
Online scams are when someone tries to trick you into giving them your personal information.
Facts about online scams
Scammers can take your personal information and open up accounts in your name. Online scams can lead to identity theft. Scammers can get almost anything they want if they get your social security number.
Tips to prevent
Don’t send money to someone you don’t know.
Don’t play a foreign lottery.
Don’t reply to messages that ask for your personal information or financial information.
What if it happens to you?
Report messages of scams.
Delete emails that ask you for personal information.
Read your monthly statements.

Sources

Stopbullying.gov
Kidshealth.org
Isafe.org
Consumer.ftc.gov
Onguardonline.gov
Staysafeonline.org
Usnews.com

By: Joey Mullenix and Cheyenne Hanke

Be safe online!

Cyber Bullying

Online Identity Theft

Online Identity Theft

Definition
Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place using electronic devices and technology.
Facts about cyberbullying
In 2010 and 2011 School Crime Supplement says that 9% of students in grades 6-12 experienced cyberbullying. The 2013 Youth Behavior Surveillance Survey says that 15% of high school students have been electronically bullied in the past year. Recent Studies show that 1-4 teens have been victims of cyberbullying, and 1-6 have admit to cyberbullying someone else.
Tips to prevent cyberbullying
Don’t give out private information.
Be careful of who you let see the things you post online.
Delete messages from people you don’t know or people who are acting mean.
What if it happens to you?
Tell a trusted adult.
Don’t open or read messages from the bully.
Tell your school if it is school related.

Definition
Identity theft is when someone takes your personal information and opens accounts and purchases things in your name.
Facts about online identity theft
In extreme cases, the thieves could turn you over to the police and put you under arrest. Thieves can charge your credit and drain your bank account. They could also get hurt and use your insurance to cover it.

Tips to prevent online identity theft
Create passwords that mix letters, numbers, and special characters.
Shred all documents that show personal information, before throwing them away.
Don’t respond to texts, emails, or phone messages that ask for your personal information before throwing them away.
What if it happens to you?
Create an identity theft report.
Order your credit report.
Flag your credit reports.