At the same time, he calls on everyone, as in case they come across harmful and illegal content on the Internet, to inform the Police.
The Cybercrime Office is available to the public at 22808200.
You can also make a complaint electronically, through the website of the Police (https://cybercrime.police.gov.cy/…/subscribe_…/subscribe_gr…) or through the application of the Police for smart phones and electronic tablets (by clicking on « Cyber Crime »)
Ensure safe internet browsing for children
Teach your children never to give their address, phone number or other personal information, such as where they go to school or where they like to play, and encourage them to share their online experiences with you.
Teach your children that the difference between good and bad is the same on the Internet as in the real world.
Show your children how to respect other Internet users.
Make sure they understand that the rules of good behavior do not change just because they are on the computer.
Tell your children that they should never meet online friends in person.
Explain to them that online friends may not really be what they claim they are.
Teach your children that what they read or see on the Internet is not always true.
Encourage them to ask you if they have any doubts.
Monitor your child's Internet activity using advanced Internet software.
Parental control can help you filter out dangerous content, record the sites your child visits, and find out what he or she is doing there.
Always connect to the Internet with your children, especially when they are under 14 years old.
Add acceptable sites to your Favorites list to create a personal web environment for your kids.
Use software that blocks annoying pop-ups to protect your children.
It is best to have the computers in a common area at home rather than in the children's bedroom, so that the required control can be exercised by you.
Also this measure makes the minor user of H.Y. to feel that he is not free and uncontrollable.