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Better Internet for Kids

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Creating a safer and better internet for children and young people
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Better Internet for Kids

The EU strategy for a Better Internet for Kids (BIK+) aims to improve age-appropriate digital services and ensure every child is protected, empowered, and respected online.

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Safer Internet Day 2026

The 2026 edition of Safer Internet Day takes place throughout February.

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Learn about Safer Internet Forum 2025
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Safer Internet Forum 2025

Learn more about the theme of the last edition, "Why age matters: Protecting and empowering youth in the digital age".

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DSA for YOUth: Protecting minors by design

A campaign raising awareness about how the Digital Services Act and its guidelines on the protection of minors create safer digital spaces for youth.

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Youth participation and empowerment

Children and young people are at heart of the BIK agenda, ensuring that every child is protected, empowered and respected online.

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Celebrate Safer Internet Day throughout February

Organised as part of the European Commission’s Better Internet for Kids initiative, Safer Internet Day takes place every February, with a global focus on the second Tuesday of the month. Each participating country or organisation sets its own focus, often addressing topics such as artificial intelligence, social media, digital well-being, cyberbullying, safety by design, or video games.
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Safer Internet Day (SID) 2026

Join us on Tuesday, 10 February 2026 to celebrate Safer Internet Day with actions taking place right across the globe.

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The EU Action plan against cyberbullying

The EU’s action plan is stepping up actions to tackle cyberbullying and make the online world safer, better, and more positive for children and young people all across Europe. Currently, the available data suggests that addressing cyberbullying has become an increasingly recognised priority in EU Member States: 
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Progress and impact for Better Internet for Kids in 2025

Against a backdrop of rapid digital change, BIK activities throughout the year focused on tackling persistent harms such as cyberbullying, strengthening protections under the Digital Services Act (DSA), and ensuring that children’s voices continue to shape Europe’s digital future.
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Cyberbullying in the EU Member States

Alongside harmful content like sexual harassment, pornography, or violence, cyberbullying has emerged as one of the most pressing online safety concerns for young users in Europe. It exemplifies the complex challenges arising in fast-evolving digital spaces, where harmful behaviour can spread rapidly and affect young users deeply. 

In the spotlight

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Celebrate Safer Internet Day throughout February

Organised as part of the European Commission’s Better Internet for Kids initiative, Safer Internet Day takes place every February, with a global focus on the second Tuesday of the month. Each participating country or organisation sets its own focus, often addressing topics such as artificial intelligence, social media, digital well-being, cyberbullying, safety by design, or video games.
  • international day

Safer Internet Day (SID) 2026

Join us on Tuesday, 10 February 2026 to celebrate Safer Internet Day with actions taking place right across the globe.

  • Hybrid

A sad child holding a phone and suffering from cyberbullying, and Ally, the SID cartoon mascot, holding a red flag that says "STOP"
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  • news

The EU Action plan against cyberbullying

The EU’s action plan is stepping up actions to tackle cyberbullying and make the online world safer, better, and more positive for children and young people all across Europe. Currently, the available data suggests that addressing cyberbullying has become an increasingly recognised priority in EU Member States: 
Annual report
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  • news

Progress and impact for Better Internet for Kids in 2025

Against a backdrop of rapid digital change, BIK activities throughout the year focused on tackling persistent harms such as cyberbullying, strengthening protections under the Digital Services Act (DSA), and ensuring that children’s voices continue to shape Europe’s digital future.
A distressed child surrounded by negative feelings and messages
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  • Knowledge hub insight

Cyberbullying in the EU Member States

Alongside harmful content like sexual harassment, pornography, or violence, cyberbullying has emerged as one of the most pressing online safety concerns for young users in Europe. It exemplifies the complex challenges arising in fast-evolving digital spaces, where harmful behaviour can spread rapidly and affect young users deeply. 

National trends, issues and initiatives

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BIK Knowledge hub

Central access point for information, evidence, and policy insights on the impact of digital transformation on the lives of children and young people.
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Safer Internet Centres
Connect with your national Safer Internet Centre (SIC) to access resources and sources of support, providing awareness raising, helpline, hotline and youth participation services.
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Online scams and young people: what parents need to know

Ireland

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Community, time for reflection, and educational balance: the experience of the Danish digital counselling helpline Cyberhus

Denmark

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Two new ambassadors for the project MAX, the adult confidant for each child

Belgium

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Online scams and young people: what parents need to know

Ireland

A group of young people sharing in a group

Community, time for reflection, and educational balance: the experience of the Danish digital counselling helpline Cyberhus

Denmark

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Two new ambassadors for the project MAX, the adult confidant for each child

Belgium

Safer Internet Forum 2023 wrap up

The BIK Youth Programme offers young people a lively platform to share their ideas on making the internet safer and better for everyone.
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Learning corners

Learn about the issues that matter to you with learning modules and deep dives into a range of digital citizenship and online safety topics.
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Children and youth

Discover advice and resources to help you navigate the online world, along with insights into the work of BIK youth across Europe.

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Parents and caregivers

Explore information and resources to help you support your children to have positive online experiences.

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Teachers and educators

Browse materials for teachers, educators and other adults who support young people’s online experiences in professional settings.

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Portuguese Safer Internet Centre 25 February 2026

SIC Portugal at the Lisbon Games Week 2025

Lisbon Games Week (LGW) is the largest video game event in Portugal, bringing together the gaming, e-sports, cosplay, and pop culture communities to showcase industry news, new releases, and immersive experiences. It serves as a meeting point for enthusiasts of all ages – particularly children and young people – with dedicated areas for games, competitions, virtual reality, and racing simulations (Sim Racing).

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Belgian Safer Internet Centre 24 February 2026

Is it okay to share photos of my child online?

Children have the right to decide (or to get help deciding) what information about them is shared online. So, as a parent or caregiver, you should ask your child if they are okay with you posting that picture of them. Very young children can’t make an informed judgement on this yet, but you’ll be surprised by how quickly they are able to form an opinion. Children as young as 7 or 8 are perfectly capable of this. The older they get, the stronger their opinion will be. Always listen to their views, and don’t ignore them. 

A sad child holding a phone and suffering from cyberbullying, and Ally, the SID cartoon mascot, holding a red flag that says "STOP"
BIK Team 19 February 2026

The EU Action plan against cyberbullying

The EU’s action plan is stepping up actions to tackle cyberbullying and make the online world safer, better, and more positive for children and young people all across Europe. Currently, the available data suggests that addressing cyberbullying has become an increasingly recognised priority in EU Member States: 

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Safer Internet Day 2026 unites the world for a better internet

Highlights from Safer Internet Day 2026Cyberbullying action plan On 10 February, the European Commission (EC) adopted the EU Action plan against cyberbullying, aiming to protect children and teenagers online. The action plan is built around three pillars:

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