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14/03/2017
The research, by charity NSPCC, found that a majority of parents were unsure about whether their children are actually old enough to use the various social networks available, while one in five believed that there are no age requirements at all for social media.
The charity has said that while some sites can provide important support networks for younger people, some sites can be a dangerous place for younger children, potentially exposing them to bullying, inappropriate content or grooming. NSPCC added that it is therefore "vital" that social media companies make age restrictions clearer on sign up pages, so that younger people and parents can be confident using social networks safely.
Claire Lilley, NSPCC Head of Online Safety, said: "We can all do our bit to keep children safe online, and ensure their experience of social media is a positive one.
"Age restrictions need to reflect the content and conduct possible on each site and be crystal clear to parents and their younger users. And platforms need to work harder to protect children and young people, building in child safety to the design of each site.
"Parents can be proactive by having conversations with their children about online safety as soon as they start using the internet. The NSPCC's Net Aware service can give practical tips such as how to switch on parental controls, or manage privacy settings."
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Parents 'Unaware Of Age Limits On Social Media Use'
A new study has revealed that more than half of parents are unaware of an age limit when it comes to using social media.The research, by charity NSPCC, found that a majority of parents were unsure about whether their children are actually old enough to use the various social networks available, while one in five believed that there are no age requirements at all for social media.
The charity has said that while some sites can provide important support networks for younger people, some sites can be a dangerous place for younger children, potentially exposing them to bullying, inappropriate content or grooming. NSPCC added that it is therefore "vital" that social media companies make age restrictions clearer on sign up pages, so that younger people and parents can be confident using social networks safely.
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Claire Lilley, NSPCC Head of Online Safety, said: "We can all do our bit to keep children safe online, and ensure their experience of social media is a positive one.
"Age restrictions need to reflect the content and conduct possible on each site and be crystal clear to parents and their younger users. And platforms need to work harder to protect children and young people, building in child safety to the design of each site.
"Parents can be proactive by having conversations with their children about online safety as soon as they start using the internet. The NSPCC's Net Aware service can give practical tips such as how to switch on parental controls, or manage privacy settings."
(JP/LM)
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