Digital Survival Poster
Digital survival
Street Smart Tips for Online Safety
Public Wi-Fi
DO: Turn off Auto-Connect
Don't let your phone join every network automatically.
DO: Look for "https"
Check for the lock icon in the web address bar.
DON'T: Enter Passwords
Wait for a safe network to log into bank apps or email.
Privacy
DO: Go Private
Check your settings so only "Friends" can see your posts.
DO: Hide Location
Turn off GPS tracking on your camera and social apps.
DON'T: Share Addresses
Avoid posting where you are staying or hanging out.
Warning Signs: Red Flags
If someone online does these things, they are not safe:
Pressures you for sexual photos or videos.
Offers money or a "place to stay" right away.
Asks you to delete messages or keep secrets.
Gets angry if you don't answer or say "No".
Meeting Online Friends
1
Public Spot
Parks, malls, or fast food. NO houses.
2
Bring a Buddy
Take a friend with you. Never go alone.
3
Tell Someone
Share your plan with a staff member.
Trust Your Instincts
If it feels weird, it is weird. Block them. You don't have to explain yourself.
Need Help?
Talk to a case worker or counselor.