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  • Rule and guideline
  • data privacy, digital and socia-cultural environment

In April 2022, the Children's Ombudsman, the Media Committee and Personal Data Protection  issued new guidelines for parents, guardians and staff in school and after-school activities concerning the internet, social media and children. The Guidelines contain the following three elements: 

  • Iceland

  • Implemented 2022 - Ongoing
  • BIK+ strategy pillar 1 - protection, BIK+ strategy pillar 2 - empowerment
  • Rule and guideline
  • data privacy

In June 2021 the Commission adopted a proposal for a European Digital Identity. EU citizens and residents should have a right to a European Digital Identity wallet that is safe, free, convenient to use, and protects personal data. This would apply to children according to national law, and also to businesses. The wallet will allow a child e.g. to prove his or her age without revealing other personal data. It gives users control over what data they want to share about themselves, and with whom.

  • Implemented 2024 - Ongoing
  • BIK+ strategy pillar 1 - protection
  • Guide to app

LinkedIn is a social media platform, meant to be used professionally.
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  • vlop vlose very large online platform (VLOP)
  • Article
  • Romanian Safer Internet Centre
  • 28 July 2024

Children have unprecedented access to information and resources that can shape their perceptions and aspirations for the future. According to recent findings, most children express that the internet is pivotal in confirming their beliefs about career paths. However, these opinions are far from definitive, with nearly half of them actively exploring alternative options online.
  • Article
  • Austrian Safer Internet Centre
  • 17 July 2024

The Youth Internet Monitor is an initiative of Saferinternet.at and presents current data on the use of social media by young people in Austria. Which social networks are currently popular among young users in Austria? Which networks are most popular among girls? Which are the favourites with boys?
  • Article
  • Dutch Safer Internet Centre
  • 09 February 2024

In an increasingly digitised world, safeguarding our online presence is essential. As cyber threats loom ever more significant, robust password protection becomes necessary. Delve into the realm of cybersecurity with insights from experts, as we explore the pivotal role of password managers in fortifying our digital safety.
  • Article
  • Maltese Safer Internet Centre
  • 17 January 2024

BeSmartOnline – part of the Maltese Safer Internet Centre, shares insights on things everyone – but especially children and young people – should be wary of when posting online.
  • Article
  • Norwegian Safer Internet Centre
  • 09 March 2023

Children have the right to freedom of expression, participation and information, privacy and protection against harmful content. There are obviously many dilemmas that come with this for parents and carers. When is the right time to give your child their first smartphone? Which apps and services should your child have access to and at what age? What about the risk of encountering inappropriate or harmful content? This was the focus topic for Safer Internet Day 2023 in Norway.
  • Article
  • Cyprus Safer Internet Centre
  • 05 March 2023

In Cyprus, Safer Internet Day 2023 was celebrated on Tuesday, 7 February at the Olympic Hall (the Cyprus Olympic Committee), which hosted the last phase of the annual cyber safety video production contest. Read on to learn more about the contest and other activities to celebrate SID2023.
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