How does Snapchat work?

 

Snap Chat is a popular social network  site which allows people to take and amend pictures by adding filters and text if required.

Each time a Snap is shared you can choose how long the viewers can view it – from 1 to 10 seconds.

Remember snap chats can be photographed and shared, information once on the internet is not lost.

Snaps capture a moment and aren’t captured with a screenshot. If a person screenshots a Snap that has been sent to them, Snapchat will notify you people have found workarounds to this so please BE SAFE ONLINE!

Sending a sexual text, image or video can be dangerous if shared with the wrong person. Once you send a message, you’re not in control of what happens to it.

Remember images can be altered and shared !

Even if it’s posted online we can help. Here’s some advice about sexting.

What to do if someone asks you to send a photo

Sometimes people send photos because they are indirectly made to feel guilty. For example, somebody might say “I sent you a photo, so where’s mine?” or say that you “promised” them that you would send a picture. This is wrong. It’s also a form of emotional blackmail.

You don’t owe them anything and they shouldn’t try to make you feel guilty.

They might threaten to post a sexual image of you online if you don’t send them more images. This is wrong. It can feel scary or like you’re trapped in the situation. But if you’re not sure what to do, talk to a trusted adult.

I’m feeling pressured

You shouldn’t be pressured into doing anything you don’t want to do. Sex and sexual activity of any kind is something people do together to feel good. It’s not something which can be “owed”. – even if you are in a relationship or have done sexual things with that person before.

How to stop someone sexting you

With text messages and calls it can be a bit harder to block someone. This means you should always be careful about giving people your phone number. You can block a particular number from contacting you on some mobiles.

WhatsApp and most messenger apps let you un-invite or block users. Check your phone user guide to see if yours can. If it gets too much, getting your phone number changed or buying a new SIM card is another option. A parent or carer could help you with this.

If an adult has been making you feel uncomfortable by asking you to send them images, you can report them on the CEOP website. If an adult does this it is sometimes called online grooming. It is wrong for anyone to be pressuring you in this way. If you are under 18, they are breaking the law.

Sexting

Why do young people sext?

There are many reasons why a young person may want to send a naked or semi-naked picture, video or message to someone else.

BUT THINK CAREFULLY !

      1. Are you thinking of  joining in because they think that ‘everyone is doing it’?
      2. Does it boost  your self-esteem?
      3. Are you flirting with others and testing your sexual identity?
      4. Exploring  sexual feelings?
      5. Is it to get attention and connect with new people on social media?
      6. Is it  difficult to say no if somebody asks you for an explicit image, especially if the person asking is persistent?

You have shared pictures what now ?

ONCE SHARED IMAGES CAN BE ALTERED !

Be Aware Of The Signs Of Cyberbullying

Be aware of the signs of cyberbullying.

Look out for these signs !

  1. Appears nervous when receiving a text, instant message, or email
  2. They may seem nervous or uneasy about going to school and may fake an illness
  3. They may be unwilling to share online information with you.
  4. Experience unexplained anger of depression.
  5. They may sem withdrawn at home and at school.
  6. They may abruptly shut down or walk away from the computer whilst using it.
  7. trouble sleeping at night.
  8. unexplained weight loss or weight gain.
  9. Unexplained unjuries and evidence of self harming.
  10. Possible suicide attempts

If you’re worried about a child, contact the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000.