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Online safety for young people

Find out how to protect yourself, avoid scams and keep safe when using the internet, AI and social media

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One-to-one counsellor chat

Childline Locker is a private site for you where you do not have to share your name or email address but can get easy access to one-to-one counsellors and helpful message boards.

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Keeping safe online

Northamptonshire Children's Trust has handy information for staying safe online, dealing with bullying, unhealthy relationships, conflict resolutions and more. 

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Reporting online sexual abuse

If you are worried about how someone has been interacting with you online or potential online sexual abuse you can report to CEOP. A Child Protection Advisor will be there to help you through the process.

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Challenging body image influences

If you want to learn more about protecting yourself from the body image pressure found online you can use BodyWhys and their resources. 

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Exploring your feelings

Young Minds has resources and information for when you are struggling with your mental health or complicated emotions. 

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Coping with anxious feelings

Childline has a section dedicated to supporting you with concerns and anxieties about the world. This could be climate change, fake news, terrorism, riots and more.