Pueblo Police provide parents tips and tools for keeping children safe online

PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Special Victim Unit with the Pueblo Police Department is reminding parents of the importance of protecting their children while online.

The SVU says while the internet is a great tool and provides several benefits, it's important that parents and guardians understand the risks and how to mitigate them.

SVU provided a handout from Enough Is Enough, an organization that works to make the internet safer for children and families, that gives some tips on "rules" and "tools."

Of the rules, SVU recommends:

• Establish an ongoing dialogue and keep lines of communication open
• Supervise use of all internet-enabled devices
• Supervise the photos and videkid'sour kids post and send online
• Be sure your children use privacy settings
• Teach your children how to respond to cyberbullies

Of the tools, parents are recommended:

• Set age-appropriate filters
• Set time limits and consider using time-limiting software
• Use safe search engines
• Set up the family's cyber-security protPeriodicallyodically check your child's online activity by viewing your browser's history

For a full list of rules and tools, refer to the handout below: