Webcam Blackmail – Advice for Parents

Young people are using video and webcam chat to hang out with friends and meet new people. There are risks, […]

Digital Age of Consent

In this article, we take a look at big data, the new set of  Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and ask […]

Considerations for Smartphone Use in Schools

All schools are now required to consult with the school community including teachers, students and parents on the use of […]

Taoiseach launches Government’s Action Plan for Online Safety

The Taoiseach Leo Varadkar TD was today (Wednesday) joined by a number of Government Ministers to launch the Government’s Action […]

Screen time – Advice for Parents

Are you concerned about how much time your child spends on their phone/tablet/computer? We’ve put together a guide for parents […]

Explained: What is False Information (Fake News)?

Take part in research about the future of technology!

Technology is changing fast, developments like the Internet of Things (including smart home devices and smart toys), personalized learning, social […]

Talking Points: Online Pornography

The reality of life today is that, whether accidentally or on purpose, your child will come across pornography on the […]

Live Streaming: Advice and Tips

Live streaming allows people to broadcast their own life or experiences online in real time to friends, followers or the […]

Talking Points: Sexting

For many parents of teenagers, sexting can be a big concern. Talking to your child can be the best way […]

Explainer: What is Kik?

Update: Kik Messenger is due to shut down in mid October 2019.   What is Kik? Kik is a mobile […]

Explained: What is Yubo (formerly Yellow)?

 Yubo (formerly know as Yellow) app is a social networking site where users can make new online friends. Users create an account […]

How to Report Posts on Instagram & other FAQ’s

Instagram is a photo-sharing, video-sharing and social networking application. The service, which is free to download, allows users to share video […]

How Can Parents Model Good Behaviour Online

Áine Lynch from the National Parents Council – Primary, discusses the importance of leading by example.

Zeminar 2017: Towards a better internet

Last week, Webwise hosted an internet safety panel discussion at Zeminar Youth Conference, an event that focuses on the mental […]