insta-safety

The legal age to join Instagram​ is ​ ​

• 19

• 13

• 21

• 16

• 18

Answer explanation

That's right! Instagram requires everyone to be at least 13 when joining the app.

what is the best way to stay safe as a teen within the app?

• create a private account and ensure only people you know follow you

• Block anyone who makes you feel uncomfortable

• block and report any instances that you see of cyberbullying

• ensure not to post any private information on socials

• All of the above

If you took a photo of a friend on your phone, would it be ethically appropriate to post without any extra permissions?

• yes

• no

Answer explanation

That's right! it would not be ethical, that is because even if it was taken on your device, it is still their personal safety that you are harming

what is the main use of instagram?

what should you do if you see any instances of cyberbullying or harassment?

• Share the content with your friends

• block the user, report the content and tell a trusted adult

• ignore it and move on

• respond with harmful or negative comments

How can you create a positive online reputation?

• By posting controversial and offensive content to gain attention

• By posting unfiltered and inappropriate content

• By posting content in a responsible manner and filtering it

• By posting fake content to gain followers