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Talking to kids about healthy online habits

Key takeaways

Talk with your kids early and often about online safety using simple questions and real-life examples.
Create a family tech agreement that sets clear rules about when, where, and how long screens can be used.
Make learning about online safety fun through games, videos, and activities that teach kids to make good choices.

Why this matters

Kids start using the internet when they're very young.

They need to learn how to stay safe online, just like they learn to stay safe in the real world. Talking with your kids about the internet helps keep them safe and teaches them to make good choices.

How to start talking about online safety

A mother helping her daughter do her homework.

It can be hard to know how to begin talking about online safety. Here are some ways to start:

Ask what games or apps they like to use
Talk about a news story about kids and the internet
Share something fun or helpful you found online
Ask them to show you how they use their favourite app
Always watch together with young children

Need more ideas? eSafety's Conversation Starters have questions you can ask your child.

Making family rules about technology

A family tech agreement helps everyone know the rules about using phones, tablets, and computers. Here's how to make one:

Sit down with your family
Talk about when and where devices can be used
Agree on screen-free times (like during meals)
Write down the rules
Have everyone sign the agreement

Try using eSafety's Family Tech Agreement to get started.

Parents helping their son and daughter to do their homework.

Fun ways to learn about online safety

Kids learn best when they're having fun!

Be Internet Legends and the Interland game are a fun and free way to explore online safety with your child. Find out more here or use the links below to explore and learn.