Hello. This is the first post from ConnectSafely. We're a nonprofit internet safety organization. You can visit us at ConnectSafely.org.
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December 12, 2024 at 8:32 PM
Hello. This is the first post from ConnectSafely. We're a nonprofit internet safety organization. You can visit us at ConnectSafely.org.
No data sold, no DMs fed to AI, no profile quietly going to the highest bidder. Revolutionary, right? Or just the bare minimum.
What's the one thing you wish your old platform never knew about you?
#UpScrolled #ConnectSafely #ScrollDifferently
What's the one thing you wish your old platform never knew about you?
#UpScrolled #ConnectSafely #ScrollDifferently
July 15, 2026 at 5:03 PM
No data sold, no DMs fed to AI, no profile quietly going to the highest bidder. Revolutionary, right? Or just the bare minimum.
What's the one thing you wish your old platform never knew about you?
#UpScrolled #ConnectSafely #ScrollDifferently
What's the one thing you wish your old platform never knew about you?
#UpScrolled #ConnectSafely #ScrollDifferently
ConnectSafely, the nonprofit organization I run that focuses on online safety, privacy, security and well-being is now on Bluesky at: connectsafely.bsky.social
Please follow and spread the word. We'll be posting starting today,.
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connectsafely.bsky.social
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December 12, 2024 at 8:41 PM
ConnectSafely, the nonprofit organization I run that focuses on online safety, privacy, security and well-being is now on Bluesky at: connectsafely.bsky.social
Please follow and spread the word. We'll be posting starting today,.
Please follow and spread the word. We'll be posting starting today,.
For years, online services mostly relied on users to tell the truth about their date of birth. That clearly hasn’t worked. connectsafely.org/age-assuranc...
Age assurance is coming to the internet - ConnectSafely
by Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News For years, online services mostly relied on users to tell the truth about their date of birth.
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September 24, 2026 at 9:18 PM
For years, online services mostly relied on users to tell the truth about their date of birth. That clearly hasn’t worked. connectsafely.org/age-assuranc...
The "burnerverse" is an online culture of anonymous social media accounts in college sports and fraternities that can lead to peer-pressure-driven doxing, harassment, and safety threats, says ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher. www.spreaker.com/episode/the-...
The Rise of the Burnerverse and Digital Harassment
Driven by anonymous college sports accounts that target young women with nonconsensual imagery and doxing, the toxic “burnerverse” trend makes early parenta
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September 24, 2026 at 9:15 PM
The "burnerverse" is an online culture of anonymous social media accounts in college sports and fraternities that can lead to peer-pressure-driven doxing, harassment, and safety threats, says ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher. www.spreaker.com/episode/the-...
ConnectSafely Report for CBS News Radio: Filters might make you look good, but are they good for your image and sense of self?
Eliminate filters to reclaim online humanity
ConnectSafely Youth Advisory Trisha Prabhu on why filters are a bad idea
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April 3, 2025 at 9:20 PM
ConnectSafely Report for CBS News Radio: Filters might make you look good, but are they good for your image and sense of self?
ConnectSafely Report for CBS News Radio: Great conversation starters for parents of teen social media users from ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher.
Conversation Starters for Parents of Teen Social Media Users
ConnectSafely's Education Director has conversation starters for questions you might ask your teenage social media users.
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January 16, 2025 at 10:31 PM
ConnectSafely Report for CBS News Radio: Great conversation starters for parents of teen social media users from ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher.
Let’s connect safely! “it takes a village” is an understatement. It takes all stakeholders — government, businesses, communities, parents and everyone who goes online, including children and teens. Please tune in more and let’s apart of a better and empowering internet experience: connectsafely.org
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February 11, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Let’s connect safely! “it takes a village” is an understatement. It takes all stakeholders — government, businesses, communities, parents and everyone who goes online, including children and teens. Please tune in more and let’s apart of a better and empowering internet experience: connectsafely.org
A Pew Research survey shows high smartphone usage among US adults and difficulty cutting back. ConnectSafely Education Director Kerry Gallagher shares practical strategies. www.spreaker.com/episode/smar...
Smartphone Screen Time and Adult Usage Strategies
A Pew Research survey shows high smartphone usage among US adults and difficulty cutting back. ConnectSafely Education Director Kerry Gallagher shares practical
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September 17, 2026 at 10:45 PM
A Pew Research survey shows high smartphone usage among US adults and difficulty cutting back. ConnectSafely Education Director Kerry Gallagher shares practical strategies. www.spreaker.com/episode/smar...
Parents, ConnectSafely has a growing collection of clearly written guidebooks that demystify apps, services and platforms popular with kids and teens. To view and download: connectsafely.org/parentguides.... #onlinesafety #bullying #bullyingpreventionmonth #EduSky
October 22, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Parents, ConnectSafely has a growing collection of clearly written guidebooks that demystify apps, services and platforms popular with kids and teens. To view and download: connectsafely.org/parentguides.... #onlinesafety #bullying #bullyingpreventionmonth #EduSky
Parent, Educator & Youth Guide to LGBTQ Cyberbullying
64% of LGBTQ+ respondents have been harassed online.
connectsafely.org/lgbtq/
64% of LGBTQ+ respondents have been harassed online.
connectsafely.org/lgbtq/
Parent, Educator & Youth Guide to LGBTQ Cyberbullying - ConnectSafely
64% of LGBTQ+ respondents have been harassed online.
connectsafely.org
February 5, 2026 at 2:55 AM
Parent, Educator & Youth Guide to LGBTQ Cyberbullying
64% of LGBTQ+ respondents have been harassed online.
connectsafely.org/lgbtq/
64% of LGBTQ+ respondents have been harassed online.
connectsafely.org/lgbtq/
Meta has launched a new safety feature aimed at helping identify and support teens who may be experiencing a mental health crisis while using Meta AI. connectsafely.org/meta-expands...
Meta Expands AI Safety Features to Help Protect Teens at Risk - ConnectSafely
Meta has launched a new safety feature aimed at helping identify and support teens who may be experiencing a mental health crisis while using Meta AI.
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July 16, 2026 at 4:09 PM
Meta has launched a new safety feature aimed at helping identify and support teens who may be experiencing a mental health crisis while using Meta AI. connectsafely.org/meta-expands...
October is Bullying Prevention Month. ConnectSafely, a nonprofit that educates people of all ages about online safety and digital wellness, provides a guide for parents on cyberbullying here: connectsafely.org/cyberbullying/. #bullying #cyberbullying #bullyingpreventionmonth #EduSky
October 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
October is Bullying Prevention Month. ConnectSafely, a nonprofit that educates people of all ages about online safety and digital wellness, provides a guide for parents on cyberbullying here: connectsafely.org/cyberbullying/. #bullying #cyberbullying #bullyingpreventionmonth #EduSky
Please check out our new podcast with Dr. Hina Talib, a renowned pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist, who shares her wisdom on how parents can navigate the challenges of adolescence—from social media and mental health to preparing teens for adulthood.
connectsafely.org/podcast-navi...
connectsafely.org/podcast-navi...
Podcast: Navigating Adolescence: Dr. Hina Talib - ConnectSafely
Renowned pediatrician Hina Talib talks to Larry about social media and parenting teens.
connectsafely.org
December 12, 2024 at 8:46 PM
Please check out our new podcast with Dr. Hina Talib, a renowned pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist, who shares her wisdom on how parents can navigate the challenges of adolescence—from social media and mental health to preparing teens for adulthood.
connectsafely.org/podcast-navi...
connectsafely.org/podcast-navi...
Parent’s Guide to Cyberbullying
Work with your child to find solutions, ensuring they regain dignity and build resilience.
connectsafely.org/cyberbullying/
Work with your child to find solutions, ensuring they regain dignity and build resilience.
connectsafely.org/cyberbullying/
Parent's Guide to Cyberbullying - ConnectSafely
Work with your child to find solutions, ensuring they regain dignity and build resilience.
connectsafely.org
February 5, 2026 at 2:55 AM
Parent’s Guide to Cyberbullying
Work with your child to find solutions, ensuring they regain dignity and build resilience.
connectsafely.org/cyberbullying/
Work with your child to find solutions, ensuring they regain dignity and build resilience.
connectsafely.org/cyberbullying/
🙌 A big thank you to the panelists who shared their expertise: Larry Magid (ConnectSafely), Dr. Sabine K. Witting (Leiden University), Dr. Ezequiel Passeron (Faro Digital), Jessica Dickinson-Goodman (Internet Society San Francisco Bay Area Chapter), and Dr. Mark Leiser. 5/
December 11, 2024 at 11:15 PM
🙌 A big thank you to the panelists who shared their expertise: Larry Magid (ConnectSafely), Dr. Sabine K. Witting (Leiden University), Dr. Ezequiel Passeron (Faro Digital), Jessica Dickinson-Goodman (Internet Society San Francisco Bay Area Chapter), and Dr. Mark Leiser. 5/
Safer Internet Day is next week! Mark your calendars for our video premiere. Join ConnectSafely and National PTA for a conversation on helping kids navigate online life.
🎥 Premieres Feb. 10 at 6 AM PST
youtu.be/WbGJ4aI4pcA OR
safer.connectsafely.org/family-progr...
#SaferInternetDay
🎥 Premieres Feb. 10 at 6 AM PST
youtu.be/WbGJ4aI4pcA OR
safer.connectsafely.org/family-progr...
#SaferInternetDay
February 5, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Safer Internet Day is next week! Mark your calendars for our video premiere. Join ConnectSafely and National PTA for a conversation on helping kids navigate online life.
🎥 Premieres Feb. 10 at 6 AM PST
youtu.be/WbGJ4aI4pcA OR
safer.connectsafely.org/family-progr...
#SaferInternetDay
🎥 Premieres Feb. 10 at 6 AM PST
youtu.be/WbGJ4aI4pcA OR
safer.connectsafely.org/family-progr...
#SaferInternetDay
“Boys will be ____ : The online lives of boys who are embracing positive masculinity - new report on boys and video games connectsafely.org/boys-and-onl... #EduSky
Boys and Video Games - ConnectSafely
91% of Gen Z boys report they regularly pay video games online.
connectsafely.org
November 20, 2024 at 2:31 AM
“Boys will be ____ : The online lives of boys who are embracing positive masculinity - new report on boys and video games connectsafely.org/boys-and-onl... #EduSky
ConnectSafely Report: The Chinese AI DeepSeek is less than candid about some of China's problems and is not a good place to reveal personal information.
DeepSeek
The Chinese AI DeepSeek is less than candid about some of China's problems and is not a good place to reveal personal information.
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January 30, 2025 at 6:42 PM
ConnectSafely Report: The Chinese AI DeepSeek is less than candid about some of China's problems and is not a good place to reveal personal information.
Great info shared from our 2025 Blaschke report -
How Schools and Parents Can Partner to Help Kids Manage Screen Time - connectsafely.org/home-school-...
#ManagingScreenTime #ScreensInBalance #EdTech #K12
@keithkrueger.bsky.social @connectsafely.bsky.social
How Schools and Parents Can Partner to Help Kids Manage Screen Time - connectsafely.org/home-school-...
#ManagingScreenTime #ScreensInBalance #EdTech #K12
@keithkrueger.bsky.social @connectsafely.bsky.social
How Schools and Parents Can Partner to Help Kids Manage Screen Time - ConnectSafely
New research offers practical ways parents and educators can help kids create healthier digital habits.
connectsafely.org
November 20, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Great info shared from our 2025 Blaschke report -
How Schools and Parents Can Partner to Help Kids Manage Screen Time - connectsafely.org/home-school-...
#ManagingScreenTime #ScreensInBalance #EdTech #K12
@keithkrueger.bsky.social @connectsafely.bsky.social
How Schools and Parents Can Partner to Help Kids Manage Screen Time - connectsafely.org/home-school-...
#ManagingScreenTime #ScreensInBalance #EdTech #K12
@keithkrueger.bsky.social @connectsafely.bsky.social
An interview with internet pioneer Vint Cerf, who talks about what he and fellow internet creators did right and what he might do differently, knowing what he knows now. connectsafely.org/internet-pio...
Internet Pioneer Vint Cerf on What They Did Right — And What Went Wrong - ConnectSafely
In the first episode of our new podcast, Are We Doing Tech Right?, ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid talks to Vint Cerf, widely regarded as one of the fathers of the internet.
connectsafely.org
September 21, 2023 at 5:37 PM
An interview with internet pioneer Vint Cerf, who talks about what he and fellow internet creators did right and what he might do differently, knowing what he knows now. connectsafely.org/internet-pio...
ConnectSafely Report for CBS News Radio: Boston Children's Hospital Digital Wellness Lab has articulated the five M's of digital Wellness: Model, Mentor, Monitor, Mastery and Meaning. www.spreaker.com/episode/the-...
The 5 Ms of Digital Wellness
Boston Children's Hospital Digital Wellness Lab has articulated the five M's of digital Wellness: Model, Mentor, Monitor, Mastery and Meaning.
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May 23, 2025 at 12:40 PM
ConnectSafely Report for CBS News Radio: Boston Children's Hospital Digital Wellness Lab has articulated the five M's of digital Wellness: Model, Mentor, Monitor, Mastery and Meaning. www.spreaker.com/episode/the-...
TrustCon is a conference in San Francisco that gathered nearly 1,400 trust and safety professionals this week from tech, academia, non-profits, and government. ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid offers his takeaways. www.spreaker.com/episode/trus...
TrustCon Conference
Larry talks about his visit to TrustCon, a conference in San Francisco that gathered nearly 1,400 trust and safety professionals from tech, academia, non-profit
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July 24, 2026 at 5:38 PM
TrustCon is a conference in San Francisco that gathered nearly 1,400 trust and safety professionals this week from tech, academia, non-profits, and government. ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid offers his takeaways. www.spreaker.com/episode/trus...