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5 Steps to Keep Kids and Teens Safe Online

By Royal Bank of Canada

Published July 24, 2024 • 1 Min Read

The Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF) has found that 72 per cent of children around the world have experienced at least one type of online cyber threat. With 90 per cent of children aged eight and above active on the internet, it goes without saying that children need protection in the digital world – no matter how confident or experienced they are online.

Here’s an action plan with five key steps that can help keep your kids safe online.

For more tips, take a look at our Cybersecurity Checklist for Kids and Teens. It reviews essential steps that can help you protect youth of any age against online risks. 

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