Getting started with social media
Social media platforms (like Facebook, TikTok and Instagram) are great for connecting with family and friends through messages, images and even videos. But there are also risks, like seeing harmful content, being treated badly, or being sent inappropriate messages.
This translated video and advice sheet can help parents and carers understand social media so they can:
- talk with their children about social media
- set up their online account
- use social media safely
- report problems.
- Organisation:
- Topic:
- Target audience:
- Parents or carers
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- July 2022
- Last reviewed:
- January 2026
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