With kids back in the classroom, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office reminds parents to monitor their children’s social media activity. Online predators exist and human trafficking does occur, so parents should stay aware of potentially dangerous apps their kids may access.
“The biggest thing parents can do is talk to their children. Talk to their kids about these apps and the dangers of what happens if you share too much information,” says Sheriff Bill Leeper.
Leeper said parents should access their child’s phone and accounts. “Look at their phone. See what kind of apps are on their phone.”
Technological advancements have made it harder to keep track of apps that put kids at risk. The easiest things to do as a parent is to stay educated, talk to your kids and monitor the apps they use.
Leeper said parents and teens should remember two things:
1. Once a picture or video leaves your phone and is sent to someone else, it is out of your control.
2. Someone can use that picture or video against you.