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Safer Internet Day

Each February, stakeholders across the globe join together to make the internet a safer and better place for all, and especially children and young people. Will you join us?

About Safer Internet Day

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This website showcases the numerous events and activities taking place worldwide to commemorate Safer Internet Day. SID celebrations take place in February 2026, with the global day of focus on Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
Through this campaign, we call upon all stakeholders to join together to make the internet a safer and better place for all, and especially children and young people. This website shines a spotlight on what's happening in your country and connects you to the organisations and promoters leading activities. Browse the profiles to find contacts and resources to help you create a safer and better internet.

In your country

Safer Internet Day is celebrated around the world in February of each year, with Safer Internet Centres, Safer Internet Day Committees and other promoters in each of the countries coming together to plan and organise events.
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Locate your country to find out what is happening near you to mark the day and get ideas on how you can contribute to a better internet, not just on Safer Internet Day but all year long.

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Safer Internet Day promoters

Public, private organisations and civil society promote Safer Internet Day with awareness-raising events and activities, or resource launches, to help make the internet a safer and better place.

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Latest news

AI chatbot infographic
Austrian Safer Internet Centre 5 March 2026

New study: AI chatbots as everyday companions for young people

ChatGPT is the clear number one AI chatbot among young people  Artificial intelligence has become part of young people's everyday lives: 94 per cent of 11- to 17-year-olds use AI chatbots. ChatGPT is by far the most popular application and is used by 90 per cent of respondents.

infographic of the Youth Internet Monitor 2026. All data is illustrated in the text.
Austrian Safer Internet Centre 4 March 2026
A mother and her toddler daughter playing on a tablet
Belgian Safer Internet Centre 3 March 2026

How can I tell if an app or game is appropriate for my child?

Together with your child When you’re looking for a fun app or game for your child, choose something that matches their “offline” interests. Does your child love building? Then Minecraft might be a great choice. Do they enjoy drawing? There are plenty of drawing apps available. This way, you can find online alternatives for many activities. The reverse is also true: if your child enjoys a puzzle app, there are lots of great physical games for that too! 

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