Staying Safe Online
What do I do if someone is being mean or bullying me on the computer?
You may have heard this being called ‘Cyberbullying’. Cyberbullying is when someone you know or someone you don't know uses the internet or mobile phones to send you messages that might make you feel, sad, scared or upset.
What can you do if you're being cyberbullied?
The way to deal with bullying, whether it is at school or on the internet, is always different depending on the situation, who the bully is and how the bullying started. So, it is important to find a solution that works for you.
There are important things that can be helpful to remember if you are being cyberbullied:
- It is NOT your fault
- There is help available (teachers, parents, counsellors can all be helpful people to talk with about your situation)
- You can block the bullies from being able to send you messages or emails or stay offline for a while - ask a grown up if you need to know how to do this
- Keep copies of bullying messages that are sent to you in case you need them to show someone what has been happening