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#1 : DO avoid in-person meetings. I know this is saying don't do this for a do, but it is really so important that I wanted it to be the very first tip. Cannot stress this one enough. The only way someone can physically harm you is if you’re both in the same location, so – to be 100% safe – don’t meet them in person. If you really must get together with someone you met online, don’t go alone. Have the meeting in a public place, tell a parent or some other solid backup, and bring some friends along.

#2 : DO read between the “lines” or maybe, in this case "read between the texts". It may be fun to check out new people for friendship or romance, but be aware that, while some people are nice, others act nice because they’re trying to get something. Flattering or supportive messages may be more about manipulation than friendship or romance.

#3 : DO be nice online. Or at least treat people the way you’d want to be treated. People who are nasty and aggressive online are at greater risk of being bullied or harassed themselves. If someone’s mean to you, try not to react, definitely don’t retaliate, and talk to a trusted adult or a friend who can help. Use privacy tools to block the meanies. Remember the Golden Rule!

#4 : DO think about what you post. Sharing provocative photos or intimate details online, even in private emails, can cause you problems later on. Even people you consider friends can use this info against you, especially if they become ex-friends. Think before you post: Is this something I would be ok with the world seeing? Even if you fully trust the person, its always better to be safe than sorry.

#5 : DO be your own person. Don’t let friends or strangers pressure you to be someone you aren’t. And know your limits. You may be internet savvy, but people and relationships change, and unexpected stuff can happen on the internet. Just use some common sense!

#1 : DON'T measure your own life based on what others post. People typically post happy photos and stories online and don’t usually share their boring or sad moments or unflattering photos. Don’t assume that others have better lives than you do, based on what they post.

#2 : DON'T Reply to messages that harass you or make you feel uncomfortable! Even though you may really want to, this is exactly what cyberbullies want. They want to know that they’ve got to you and that you are worried and upset. They want to think that they are important enough to be able to get a reaction from you. Remember, don’t give them that satisfaction, remain in control of the situation.