Better Internet for Kids

A guide that explains what we should be careful of when using social networks

The war in Ukraine is worrying people around the world and dominating the news.
Children and young people in particular need support in dealing with war reporting. What should educators pay more attention to at the moment? Where can they find age-appropriate information for children and young people? How can they correctly assess the news? And where can they get advice and help to deal with concerns about war? Our new klicksafe info sheet provides help for parents on these and other questions.

What are typical juvenile offenses and how are they tried in court? What are the stories behind the crimes? The ZDFtivi format "Young Crime" explores these questions. In episodes of 25 minutes each, a true case is presented. In most cases, a German juvenile court has ruled on the matter. Theft, property damage, assault, coercion, blackmail - "Young Crime" focuses on the crimes that are primarily committed by young people.

When adults specifically approach minors on the Internet, this is called "cybergrooming". For example, children and young people are asked to send nude photos or to meet the perpetrators in real life.

How do I recognize cybergrooming?
Where do the attacks take place?
And how can I protect my child from cybergrooming?

In line with the klicksafe booklet "And then he wanted nudes", the family checklist offers an introduction to the topic of cybergrooming (sexual harassment online). Families can use the checklist to talk about warning signs, trusted persons and protective measures to prevent abuse.

When adults specifically approach minors on the Internet, this is called "cybergrooming". For example, children and young people are asked to send nude photos or to meet the perpetrators in real life.

The infographic gives parents an overview of the most relevant facts and recommendations for action on the topic.

What warning signs should I be aware of?
How can I protect my child?
And what can I do if something does happen?

When adults specifically approach minors on the Internet, this is called "cybergrooming". For example, children and young people are asked to send nudes or to meet the perpetrators in real life.

What warning signs should I look out for?
How can I protect my child?
And what can I do if something does happen?

This explanatory video provides parents with an informative overview of the most important questions and answers on the topic.

Matching the klicksafe booklet "What's my child actually doing on Twitch?", the family checklist offers an entry point into the conversation and playful tasks to reflect together on a meaningful use of Twitch.

How is Twitch used by children and young people? What opportunities can the platform offer? What dangers should parents be aware of? And what is an emote?

The streaming platform Twitch exerts a great fascination on children and young people. The platform is mainly used by gamers who play live and comment on it. Craft videos, live music and other hobbies have also found their place on the platform.

The booklet provides information for parents, gives tips, and explains how children and young people can be safely guided in dealing with live content.

To avoid giving online groomers free rein, it is important to arm children against groomer tactics. That's why Child Focus built the 'OK Groomer' game in the virtual universe of Roblox: an online platform in which millions of children play and create games every day.
In various mini-games, grooming tactics come to life as bad guys. Players will learn to identify, report and block these tricksters.