Parents warned to protect children’s privacy when posting back-to-school photos
Parents are being warned to be extra vigilant about privacy when posting back- to- school photos online over grooming fears. Identifying details such as a child ’s name, school logo or location can pose a risk, according to Australian Federal Police. “Any information, however seemingly innocent, can make it the easier for offenders to build a profile of a child with the intention of grooming them,” Acting Assistant Commissioner Hilda Sirec said. Watch the latest news and stream for free on 7plus >> “Or even to groom the parents or carers in a bid for access or leverage.” It’s suggested parents make their profiles private or adjust their settings to “friends only” so their photos aren’t seen by unintended audiences. Parents are being warned to take extra care when posting back to school photos of their children on social media over grooming fears. Credit: AAP Photos with easily identifiable backgrounds and “checking in” to a location also pose a risk. Australian Federal Po...