If someone tells you not to tell your parents or a trusted adult about your conversation, that’s a major red flag. Safe people never ask you to hide things from the people who care about you.

This kind of secrecy is how predators try to isolate kids.

These phrases are commonly used to keep kids quiet about inappropriate behavior. If someone insists on privacy in a way that feels sneaky, it’s usually because they know what they’re doing is wrong.

No one online should ever need this info. Sharing it can put your safety at serious risk, even if they say it’s for innocent reasons like sending a gift or “just being friends.”

If someone wants pictures you’d be embarrassed to show your parents, that’s a huge warning.

This is how many online exploitation situations begin. Never share photos that feel wrong.

If someone says “let’s talk on this other app,” they may be trying to hide the conversation or avoid being monitored. It’s often a sign they want to escalate things in a private space.

This tactic is called “grooming.” Predators may offer V-Bucks, gift cards, or even money in exchange for personal info or photos. If it feels too good to be true—it is.

Meeting someone you only know from the internet is extremely dangerous. People can easily lie about who they are. Always tell a trusted adult if anyone brings up meeting in real life.

If you feel weird, anxious, or unsure about what someone is asking—trust that feeling. Safe people don’t pressure others. “Everyone is doing it” is not a good reason to go along.

Moving too fast in a friendship is often a trick to gain your trust. Real relationships take time. If someone is rushing to be close, be cautious.

Trust your gut. If something makes you uncomfortable, it’s not okay. Don’t keep it to yourself— tell a parent, teacher, or safe adult right away.

If someone sends gross, scary, or inappropriate things, that’s abusive. Even if they say it’s a joke or “everyone watches this,” it’s not normal or safe.

If the conversation shifts to adult topics that you don’t understand or feel weird about, it’s a sign this person may have bad intentions.

If someone tries to make you doubt or dislike the people who care about you, it’s a way to separate you from your support system—which is dangerous.

Clicking unknown links can lead to viruses, dangerous sites, or explicit content. Always ask a parent before opening anything unexpected.

No one should ever ask for this. Passwords are private. Sharing them can lead to your accounts being taken over or used in harmful ways.

This is another isolation tactic—cutting off your access to adults who can help. If someone says this, it’s time to tell a trusted adult immediately.

Anyone telling you how to hide your activity is likely doing something wrong. These are classic red flags for predatory behavior.

This is one of the most dangerous signs. If something feels off, don’t do it. Turn off the device, block the person, and tell a trusted adult immediately.