The internet is a big part of life, not just for you, but for your parents and grandparents too! But here’s the thing—many adults didn’t grow up with the internet the way you did. That means they might not always know how to spot scams or stay safe online.

That’s where YOU come in!

As a Digital Hero, you can help your family by teaching them how to avoid online tricks. Talking to parents and grandparents about internet safety is a great way to keep the people you love protected. But how do you start the conversation? Here are some fun and easy ways!

Why Should You Talk About Online Safety?

Scammers don’t just target kids—they try to trick adults too!

👵 Many grandparents may not realise some messages, emails, or websites are fake.
📱 Parents might not always know the newest scams.
🛡️ When families learn together, everyone stays safer online.

By helping your family, you’re making sure they don’t fall for tricks that could steal their passwords, money, or personal info.

Fun Ways to Start the Conversation

1. “Did You Know?” Challenge

💡 Teach them something cool! Try asking:

“Did you know that scammers can pretend to be banks, friends, or even famous people online?”

“Did you know that clicking the wrong link could let someone steal your passwords?”

“Did you know that not all ‘free’ giveaways online are real?”

Ask if they’ve ever seen something suspicious online. If they have, talk about what they did and what they should do next time!

2. “Would You Click This?” Game

🖥️ Show them a fake message, email, or pop-up (you can describe one or find an example online) and ask:

“Does this look real or fake?”

“How can you check if this is a scam?”

“What would you do if you saw this message?”

Then, teach them the SCAM method:

✅ Stop – Don’t rush to click!
✅ Check – Look at the details carefully.
✅ Ask – Get help from someone you trust.
✅ Monitor – Keep an eye on your accounts for anything strange.

3. The “Password Test”

🔑 Ask them:

“Do you think your passwords are strong enough?”

“Do you use the same password for different websites?”

“What’s a smart way to make passwords harder to guess?”

Teach them how to make strong passwords with a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols, like G@meR!23 instead of “gamer123.”

4. “What Would You Do?” Scenarios

📱 Give them an online safety situation and see how they’d handle it. Examples:

“You get an email that says you won a free phone, but you have to enter your credit card details. What do you do?”

“A message pops up saying your computer has a virus and you need to pay to fix it. What’s your next move?”

“A ‘friend’ on social media asks for your password so they can ‘help’ you. What should you do?”

After they answer, discuss the best scam-busting solutions together!

5. “Teach the Adults” Challenge

🏆 Make it a fun challenge! Try teaching your parents and grandparents:

✅ How to check links and emails for scams.
✅ How to create strong passwords.
✅ How to turn on Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for extra security.
✅ Why they should never share personal details online.

Final Tip: Keep the Conversation Going!

Talking about online safety isn’t just a one-time thing—it’s something families should check in on regularly. Scams change all the time, so staying alert and learning together is the best way to stay safe.

Encourage your family to always ask before clicking on anything suspicious, and remind them that it’s okay to double-check with someone they trust.

By working together, you can outsmart scammers and keep the internet safe for everyone! Stay Alert, Stay Safe – Together! 🚀