The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site.
The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.
Is someone using your personal information to open new accounts, make purchases, or get benefits?
When very young children start using a computer, they should be supervised closely by a parent or caregiver.
Tweens (kids ages 8 to12) begin exploring more on their own. They need to feel "independent," but not alone. It's important to be with them — or at least nearby — when they're online.
Teens are forming their own values and beginning to take on the values of their peers. As they mature, many are eager to experience more independence from their parents.
