Talk with your child about online dangers. Explain identity theft, cyberbullying, the dangers of meeting someone he or she meets online, and the warning signs that an online "friend" may be an Internet predator interested in sexually abusing a child or teenager.
1. Never
underestimate an Internet predator’s persistence.
2. Do
not allow your child’s picture to be used without your permission.
3. Teach
your children to keep personal information, along with passwords and photos,
private.
4. Keep
computers in common family areas of your home. Do not allow your child unlimited access to a computer
with Internet access, especially in a bedroom or a secluded area of your home. 
5. Do
not allow your child to use:
- a webcam in a private location
- a digital camera without discussing acceptable use with them
- an evidence eraser, Internet washer or drive scrubber that deletes all traces of what the computer accessed or was used for. An Internet predator may ask the child to use these programs to keep from getting caught.
Regularly search your computer’s Internet history.
1. Let
your child teach you what they know about computers. This will help to open up communication and empower
your child.
2. Visit
your child's favorite websites with them.
3. Create
clear, simple and easy-to-read Internet Safety rules and post near your computer. For an excellent
resource, see the Netsmartz Safety Pledges.
4. Make
the effort to be informed about computers and the Internet.
5. Have
your children log onto the family computer with a single family account that will not restrict your
access.