NetSafe articles on mobile phones
How can I put parental controls on my child’s mobile phone?
Vodafone NZ have launched a new Android app called Guardian that offers parental controls for mobiles – we look at the options on all the major phones
How to keep your mobile devices safe and secure
You spent a lot of money on that shiny smartphone, laptop or tablet computer so learn how to protect the device against viruses and malware and how to get help tracking down it down should it be lost or stolen
How can I prevent textbullying?
Parents buying their child’s first mobile should discuss safe and responsible use of the phone. The simple rule for texting: ‘If in doubt, don’t send it’
How can I prevent cyberbullying?
It’s important that young people who witness others being cyberbullied – bystanders – offer support to the victim or report it to an adult
How do I use the Vodafone Blacklist service?
Learn more about Vodafone New Zealand’s free service for blocking unwanted txt and pxt messages
What is text bullying and harassment?
Txt bullying can happen to anyone who uses a mobile phone and is common after a relationship break up and amongst school age children