1. Consider a family 'tech agreement'

One way to set ground rules with your child is to create a family tech agreement. A family tech agreement answers as many questions as possible about internet and device use so boundaries are clear to all family members. It's a good way for the whole family to talk about safe and responsible online behaviours.

To create a family agreement, discuss topics like:

• What apps, games, or sites does the family use most?
• What rules do we want to include in our agreement?
• How long should we spend on our devices?
• What information is safe to share or not ?
• What do we do if we see something inappropriate?
• What email address do we use to sign up for accounts?
• Do we know how to use in-app safety features like blocking and reporting?
• Who can we talk to if we feel uncomfortable with something online?
• Who is safe to talk to?
• What happens when someone breaks the agreement?
• When might parents be forced to break the agreement for safety?