At Disney we take your child's safety very seriously and we are committed to helping families enjoy the Internet safely. The Internet is an integral part of our lives, and for children it provides a lot of fun, entertainment and a great space for learning and communicating.
Exploring the internet is something that the family can do together. When your children are young it's good to sit with them and watch them navigate the web, giving them a helping hand when necessary. As children get older they want greater privacy – but if they are away from you, then drop in from time to time. Chat with them about the sites they have found and ask them to show you any games or videos they have been playing.
Like all good parents we know you may have concerns about the potential risks that your child could face when online. Kids can find inappropriate material, unintentionally download viruses, suffer cyber bullying and need to be aware of the possibility of "stranger danger". So, just how do you begin to protect your child?
Begin by talking to your children. Find out which sites they visit and ask what their friends do online. You can also talk about the sites they go to when away from home, perhaps at school, at a friend's or in the public library.
The online help can be divided into three main categories:
