• Keep your passwords private, even from your best friend! Your online service will never ask for them, so neither should anyone else.

• Use only your log-in name and/or e-mail address when chatting or sending e-mail.

• Never give out personal information like your real name, address, or phone number.

• Don't share photos of yourself, your family, or your home with people you meet online.

• Always delete unknown e-mail attachments without opening them. They can contain destructive viruses.

• If a person writes something that is mean or makes you feel uncomfortable, don't respond. Just log off and tell your parents, who can report it to your online service provider.

• Remember that nothing you write on the Web is completely private INCLUDING EMAIL. So be careful and think about what you type and who you tell.

• Not everyone is as nice, cute, and funny as they may sound online. Never make plans to meet an online "friend" in person.

• WHEN IN DOUBT -- always ask your parents for help -- and just LOG OFF if you're not sure! You can always go back online later.

• Keep your information private.

• Add only friends you know in real life.

• Set your page and blog to PRIVATE.

• Use a nickname that doesn't identify your location, gender, or age

• Never meet in person with anyone you have first met online.

• Alter your pictures before you post them to remove identifying information.

• Profile and photo share only with people on your friends list.

• Don't post your plans or whereabouts on your site.

• Ignore harassing or rude comments posted on your profile.

• Think about the possible consequences of the information and photos you post.