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Online games and Apps

Each group have written and designed a part of this page. They have focused on different apps/games, researched information and provided you with up to date advice.

Bad Online apps

Welcome to our paragraph where we are going to show you bad online apps. Most of these wonderful apps that you might have may cause problems later in life. Here is a list of apps that could cause concern: Snapchat, House party, Whisper, Kik Messenger, Monkey, Facebook and Roblox. Have a nice day!

Minecraft

Minecraft is a fun game but it can be dangerous. Roblox is a  good game but you can't play it as you can on Minecraft. Turn off the chat when playing. Find a child-friendly server when playing. Also, watch out for viruses. Make sure you set yourself time limits.

Facebook

Online Games

Youtube: Do not post mean comments on videos

Fortnite: When playing in a duo or squad, please do not say anything rude to team mates. Don't dance on those you kill. It is rude. 

If your microphone is on your phone can listen to what you are talking about. If something comes up make sure you tell an adult you trust such as an auntie or uncle. If you had a picture of a friend make sure you ask permission before you post. 

Tik Tok

To keep safe on Tik Tok you should make your account private. If you have any follower requests from people you do not know go on to their account. You can press the three dots at the top of their profile and block them. Make sure you confirm that action. 

Fortnite

Fortnite is an online video game developed by Epic Games and released in 2017. It is available for free. when you play games like this you must be extremely careful with what you say and do. It is really important that you know these things. There are lots and lots of different games that you must keep safe on: Youtube, Instagram, Tik Tok, Snapchat, Whatsapp, Pop Jam and Roblox.

Ubisoft

The company Ubisoft collaborates with many game developers but some games are unsafe for children such as: Fortnite, Roblox and Rocket League. These games contain many hazards which is why they have age restrictions. Please make sure you follow these. You should have permission from your parents or carers to play games with restrictions.

Apps and Games: Three easy steps

1. Please do not play any games that are over your age unless your parents or carer have said so.

2. If anything pops up on your screen asking for an email address or password, tell an adult you trust.

3. Please don't sign into any of these games without permission: Tik Tok, Snapchat, Roblox, Fortnite, Minecraft etc. 

Online Apps

Think Safety

As you know, games and apps can be quite fun but when you're playing you don't see the danger in them. We have some games that we will tell you that are bad and don't look after your online safety. Tik Tok is bad because it shows your personal information and face. Rocket League is a big NO! It shows violence and can provide some players with an unfair advantage. You should not play with strangers. 

Safe tips:

1. Avoid clicking on scam websites that look fake

2. Clear your browsing history to maintain your privacy

3. Try to use private WiFi networks

4. USE ANTI VIRUS

Otherwise you could get hacked!

Don't grief on minecraft

Don't hack people

Try to be nice on the internet

Choose strong passwords

Practice safe browsing

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