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With PlayStations, Xboxes, the Nintendo Switch and home computers, gaming has come a long way since arcade machines. Twitch is one of the world’s leading live …

Houseparty has become one of the most widely used apps since lockdown. With the majority of the population indoors, social networks like Zoom and Houseparty have …

As we come to terms with lockdown, it’s no surprise that video parties have become popular. One platform that has gained notoriety is Zoom. Originally …

You are here: Online Safety Parent Toolkit > Explore An app (short for application) is a piece of software that lets you perform a task …

As people get used to being home during the COVID-19 lockdown, our devices and the internet will play a big role in keeping us connected …

Netsafe has launched the ‘Stay Connected, Stay Safe’ education campaign to help people have better online experiences during lockdown.  #stayconnectedstaysafe encourages people to use and …

As a parent, it’s normal to want to share your child’s milestone moments with friends and whānau. Some parents do this online as it’s a …

Gaming is everywhere. It’s no longer confined to consoles and computers – with billions of people playing games on mobiles worldwide. Young people are especially …

Reddit is a place to share news, memes and have discussions about almost every subject under the sun. Reddit is a network of communities based …

You are here: Online Safety Parent Toolkit > Understand Sexting, or the sending of nude or sexually explicit images, continues to be a topic of …