For lyceum students
Cyber Hygiene
Teaching Cyber Hygiene Rules to Children and Teenagers
Children and teenagers are the most vulnerable group in society, whose trust and lack of awareness can be exploited by cybercriminals. Here are some tips to help you stay safe in cyberspace.
Mobile phones, tablets, and laptops with Internet access have become the norm for modern society. However, cyberspace contains many dangers that can be avoided through responsible behavior. Cyber hygiene is an essential set of skills for today’s individual. The rules of cyber hygiene should be as routine for all Internet users as washing hands or brushing teeth. This is a fundamental condition for the safety of not only the individual but also society as a whole.
Cybersecurity and cyber hygiene are extremely important right now, because by protecting yourself, you are also protecting your country.
The State Service of Information Protection has prepared several tips for you.
Set all necessary security and privacy settings on your smartphone or computer. If you’re not sure you can do it yourself, ask your parents or mentors for help.
Create strong passwords for your social media accounts, email, and other online accounts. A strong password should contain at least eight characters, including numbers, special symbols, and both uppercase and lowercase letters. Do not share your passwords with anyone. Avoid using personal information in your passwords, such as birthdays, addresses, or phone numbers. Do not use the same password for different accounts.
Set up two-factor authentication for all your accounts. This is the verification of identity in various ways when logging in, such as a password plus a code sent via SMS.
Do not register or leave personal information on suspicious websites. If you have any doubts, consult your parents or mentors about the safety of the webpage.
Do not download programs from unknown sources or “hacked” programs to your computer or smartphone - they can damage the device or give hackers access to your private data.
Do not open suspicious links, attachments, or files sent by strangers. Remember that links with viruses can sometimes be sent even by your friends or classmates without them realizing it.
If you suspect that you have opened a link or file with a virus, consult your parents or mentors.
Online communication with strangers is dangerous! In no case do not share personal information (addresses, phone numbers, bank card details, etc.) or information about your parents. Do not send private photos.
Follow the rules of ethical online communication. Aggression and bullying are strictly prohibited.
If you have any problems, do not hide them. Don’t be afraid or ashamed to seek advice from your parents or mentors. They will always be there to help you!
Set all necessary security and privacy settings on your smartphone or computer. If you’re not sure you can do it yourself, ask your parents or mentors for help.
Create strong passwords for your social media accounts, email, and other online accounts. A strong password should contain at least eight characters, including numbers, special symbols, and both uppercase and lowercase letters. Do not share your passwords with anyone. Avoid using personal information in your passwords, such as birthdays, addresses, or phone numbers. Do not use the same password for different accounts.
Set up two-factor authentication for all your accounts. This is the verification of identity in various ways when logging in, such as a password plus a code sent via SMS.
Do not register or leave personal information on suspicious websites. If you have any doubts, consult your parents or mentors about the safety of the webpage.
Do not download programs from unknown sources or “hacked” programs to your computer or smartphone - they can damage the device or give hackers access to your private data.
Do not open suspicious links, attachments, or files sent by strangers. Remember that links with viruses can sometimes be sent even by your friends or classmates without them realizing it.
If you suspect that you have opened a link or file with a virus, consult your parents or mentors.
Online communication with strangers is dangerous! In no case do not share personal information (addresses, phone numbers, bank card details, etc.) or information about your parents. Do not send private photos.
Follow the rules of ethical online communication. Aggression and bullying are strictly prohibited.
If you have any problems, do not hide them. Don’t be afraid or ashamed to seek advice from your parents or mentors. They will always be there to help you!