Internet Safety: Teens
Digital Reputation
Don’t let your online life affect your real life.
Your digital reputation is defined by your behaviours in the online environment and by the content that you post about yourself and others.
Tagged photos, blog posts and social networking interactions will all shape how you are perceived by others online and offline, now and in the future.
A poor digital reputation can affect your friendships, relationships and even your job prospects – so protect your digital reputation.
How do I protect my digital reputation?
- Think before you post, send or blog!
- Treat others as you would like to be treated.
- Set your profile to private—and check every now and then to make sure the settings haven’t changed.
- Keep an eye on photos tagged by your friends and remove ones that are offensive.
Remember, online information could be there forever. Your personal information may end up being seen by people you don’t know, including potential employers.
VIDEO: The Interview
Keep your digital reputation clean and think twice about posting pics…they could affect you later in ways you couldn’t dream of!
NEED TO TALK?
Has something happened online that makes you feel uncomfortable, scared or sad? Talking to friends and family can help. It can also help to talk or to visit Kids Helpline or call them on 1800 55 1800. It is free to call and anything you say is just between you and Kids Helpline.
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