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Report it

If you're under 18, report online sexual abuse to one of our Child Protection Advisors at the CEOP Safety Centre.

If you're over 18, call 101 to speak to your local police.

In an emergency

If you're ever in immediate harm or danger:

Call the police on 999 straight away
Tell an adult you trust who will be able to support you through a difficult time

Talk to someone

Free, confidential support online and over the phone for young people under 19.

The Mix is a charity that provides free information and support for under 25s.

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Exploring your identity online

Things you should know to make exploring your identity online more enjoyable.

Things to consider before you start connecting with others online.

Learn about when and how you can take positive action to help others.

Not everything online is real or true, read about how to tell what is fact and what is fiction.