Safer Internet Day 2025
Protecting Yourself from Online Scams
Date: 11th February 2025
Theme: “Too good to be true? Protecting yourself and others from scams online”
Safer Internet Day 2025 tackles a critical issue facing young people today: online scams. Created in consultation with young people across the UK, this year’s event focuses on:
- The real scale of online scams
- Protecting oneself and others
- Understanding available support
Emerging Questions
- How will changing technologies affect online scams?
- What role can government and internet industries play?
- What changes do young people want to see for better protection?
Technological Challenges
- Exploring how generative AI impacts scamming approaches
- Considering future scam prevention methods
How Families Can Help
- Open communication about online experiences
- Learn about common scam tactics together
- Teach critical thinking and verification skills
- Discuss reporting mechanisms for suspicious content
UK Safer Internet Centre: www.saferinternet.org.uk
Empowering Digital Citizens, One Safe Click at a Time
