Cyber Wellbeing
Session 1
YOUR DIGITAL LIFE: Stay Smart, Stay Safe Online
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Information Well Being?
Activity: Strenger Vs Friend Vs Only You
| Strenger | Friend | Only You |
List You Will Share |
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| 1. | Your full name |
| 2. | Your phone number |
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Your home address |
| 4. | School/college name |
| 5. | Your photo |
| 6. | Craadit/debit card information |
| 7. | A joke or meme |
| 8. | School project work |
| 9. | Friend numbers |
| 10. | Personal email id |
| 11. | Someone else's photo |
| 12. | Achievements (Sprots, art) |
| 13. | Selfie in uniform |
| 14. | Date of birth |
| 15. | Aadhar or ID number |
| 16. | Favourite movie or song |
| 17. | Favorite food |
| 18. | Password |
| 19. | Relationship status |
| 20. | Personal photo sent privately |
| 21. | Location("I'm at mall now") |
| 22. | Daily routine |
| 23. | Bank account details |
| 24. | Care home name |
| 25. | Family problems |
What are we going to learn
- Recognize major online threats( fraud, photo trap, etc.)
- What are the 5 Golden Rules of Online safety.
- Demonstrate calm and critical thinking in online situations.
- Healthy digital and emotional balance. ( Reation Vs Reactive)
- Know how to report cybercrimes ( 1930 / cybercrime.gov.in )
Session 2
What's Cyber Well Being?
- Living smart and safe in the digital world
- Protecting your personal info, money, and future
- Knowing risks and how to avoid them - just like super smart
Think of it as your everyday safety rules, but for phones, apps, and DMs.
Know the Threats
There are common tricks targeting young people.
- Cyber Fraud: Online ceating to steal money or data
- Cyber Thugging: Threats, blackmail, harassment for control.
- Photo Trap: Asking for pics, then misusing them.
- Digital Pootprint: Your online record can follow you.
Fraud Part - 1
- Financial Scam: Double - your money, gift, lottery
- Fake Police Massage: "Pay now or arrest" lies
- Friend's Friend Request: Impersonation via mutuats.
- Job Offer Scam: Upfront payment, fake HR emails.
- Loan App Scam: Hidden fees, forced access, threats.
URGENT
Example
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There are a few simple steps you can take to avoid falling prey to a phishing scam.
- First, don't click on suspicious links in your email, especially those that ask for personal information. If you're not sure wether an email is legitimate, don't open it....and definitely don't click on its links.
- If possible, contact the company or organization directly through a known and trusted channel before responding to any emails asking for personal information. You can also file a complaint with Federal Trade Commission or other federal agencies.
- Finally, pay attention to the tone an dcontent of the email. Is it unusually urgent? Are there misspell words? Is there an offer that seems too good to be true? If it seems "Phishy", it probably is.
Finance Fraud
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Cyber Fraud & Cyber Thugging
Red Flag🚩: Requests for gift cards, lottery, or sudden " verification" links.
- Scammers pose as friends, officials, or brands.
- They pressure with insults, threats, or urgency for money.
Golden Rules
Part 2: 5 Golden Rules
Verify Before Trustingcall or meet using a known contact to confirm. |
Stay Calm & ReportNever pay under pressure. Use helpline 1930. |
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Session 3
Stay Smart, Stay Safe
Your guide to recognize and stopping phone and online scams
- What are digital frauds - Learnt in the previous class
- What was 5 golden rules?
What We Will Learn Next
Part 1: Some others online frauds
- Fake job offers
- Photo Trap
- Digital arrest
- Fake friend request
Part 2: Digital Print
- What is digital footprint?
- Safe digital practices
- How to think like a pro?
Our goal today is to build safe habits that will protect your digital life. These skills will empower you to navigate the online world with confidence and security.
Fake Job Offers
Psychological and Emotional Play
- Attractive salary( Unexpected)
- Easy job/ work from home
- Attractive Benefits
Safe Play
- Choose authentic website for job
- Do not pay any money( Authentic job site - Do Not Ask - Registration/ Advance)
- Check website / take mentor or counsellor help
The "Photo Trap"
A photo trap is when someone asks for your photo - evena seemingly innocent one - and then misuse it in harmful ways.
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Step 1: Build Trust
A new online friend starts chatting and build relationship with you over time.
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Step 2: The ask
They ask for a simple photo, making it seem casual or harmless
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Step 3: The Trap
They use it to blackmail you, create fake profiles , or share it publically without your permission.
Critical Rule: Once you send a photo, you lose control over it forever. It can be copied, edited, and shared without your consent.
How To Avoid Photo Traps: The 3 Rules
- Stop: Pause before you post or send anything. Ask yourself: "Why do they need this photo? Does this request feel right?"
- Scrub: Check the photo carefully for the identity details like your school uniform, house number, street sign, or location tags.
- Share Smartly: Only share photo with people you know in real life and genuinely trust. Online only friends don't count.
When in doubt,don't send it out!
Fake Friend Request
Psychologigal Play
- Emotional Blackmail
- Put you on shame
Healthy Steps
- Always aask for help
- Share your mentor/ friends/ counsellor
- Complain to Cycber Police (They keep your identity safe)
What is "Digital Arrest"?
Digital police is a dangerous scam where fraudsters pretend to be police officers, government officials, or law enforcement agents.
Here's how it works:
- They contact you claiming you've commited a serious crime.
- They demand immediate payment to avoid arrest or legal action.
- Theu may try to isolate you from friends and family.
- They create panic to pressure you into quick decisions.
The Truth: It's 100% fake. Real police will never demand money over the phone, through email, or via video call tp avoid arrest. Legitimate law enforcement follows proper legal procedures
What is Digital Footprint?
Your digital footprint is your online story - the trail of data you leave behind as you navigate the internet. it's created by everything you do in the digital world:
- Posts. likes, and shares on social media.
- Photos and videos where you're tagged.
- Comments you make on websites or apps .
- Search history and website visits
Key message: This story is PUBLIC and often PERMANENT. What you post today can be discovered years from now.
Why Your Digital Footprints Matters?
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Future You: Over 70% of colleges and employers check social media profiles before making decisions. Your digital footprints can open doors or close them.
- Your Reputation: Your online presence shapes what people think about you - friends, teachers, and future connections all form impression based on what they see.
- Your Safety: Personal information you share online can reveal where you live, go to school, or spend time - putting your privacy and safety at risk.
- It Can Be Used Against You: Posted content can be weaponized for cyberbullying, idenbtity theft, or fraud by people with bad intentions.
" Your online record can follow you for years. Make sure it tells the story you want to tell."
Recap: Part 1- Your Digital Track
- Your Digital Footprints is Your Future Reputation
Everything you post, share, or comment on creates a permanent record that follows you into collage, careers, and beyond.
- A Photo Trap Means Loss Of Control
Once you send an image, you can't take it back. Protect yourself by thinking before you share.
You have the power to create an online presence you're proud of. Make it one that opens doors and reflects your besrt self.
Session 4
Cyber Well Being
Stay Smart , Stay Safe
You guide to recognizing and stopping phone and online scams
Role - Play: What Would You Do?The Call:
"Hello, I'm Inspector Sharma from Delhi Police Cyber Cell. Your Aadhar card was used in a major money laundering case. You must pay 15,000 INR immediatelythrough UPI, or a warrant will be issued for your arrest within one hour"
Don't Do This
- Panic and rush to pay
- share personal details
- keep it secret from adults
- click any links they send
Do This Instead
- Stay calm - breath deeply
- Say: "I need to speak with my friends/ mentors first"
- Hang uo immediatly
- Tell a trusted adult rid
Group Activity
Practice this scenario with a partner.Take turns being the caller and the responder. Notice how calm responses defuse the scammer's power.
The Mind Game: How Scammer Win
Scammers don't just hack devices - they hack your emotions. Their goal is to overwhelm you so completely that logic shuts down and panic takes over.
Fear
" Your account will be locked!" or " You'll be arrested immediately!"
Urgency
"Act now or lose everything!" They rush you so you can't think clearly.
Authority
"I'm Inspector Sharma from CBI."" Fake titles make threats sound official.
Isolation
"Don't tell anyone - not even your parents." They want you to alone and confused.
Remember: Real officials never demand instant payment or ask you to keep secrets from family.
Your Superpower: Calm + Critical Thinking
When panic rises, that's your signal to pause. Your clearest happens when you slow down and question what you're hearing.
- Pause and Breath: Feel the urgency? That's designed to confuse you. Take three deep breaths.
- Ask Critical Questions: Would it real ask for money over the phone? Would officials tell you to hide this from family? Is this demand dudpiciously urgent?
- Trust Your Instincts: If somethings feels wrong, it probably is the answer to those questions is always No - That's your sign it's a scam.
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Know Your Weapons: How to Report
Reporting isn't just about stopping one scammer - it's about protecting thousands of others. You have the power to fightback.
- Call The Helpline: National Cyber Crime Helpline : 1930 - Available 24/7 for reporting scams, threats, and fraud. Calls are freeand confidential.
- Report Online: Website cybercrime.gov.in - File detailed complaints with screenshorts and evidence . Track your complaints status anytime.
- Tell a Trusted Adults: Always inform a parent, teacher, or guardian firtst . Their experience and supportmake you stronger.
Golden Rules for Your Digital Life
These five principles will protect youin almost every online situation. Memorize them, practice them, live them.
- Gaurd your personal information: Never share Aadhar, PAN, Bank details, photos,password, or location with strangers - online or on calls.
- Think before You act: Every click , post, and share leaves a digital footprints. Pause before sharing anything - can it be misused?
- Avoid Unknown Links: Scammers hide malware in links and attachments. If you don;t recognize the sender,don't click it.
- Verify Before Trusting: Check officials websites, call back using verified numbers, and confirmidentities throughtrusted channels.
- Stay Calm And Report: When in doubt, breathe. Then reach out - to family first, thento helpline1930. You're never alone
Your Daily Affirmation
Speak words yourself. Believe them. They are shirld in the digital worls.
"I wll not be tricked by fear or urgency."
I recognize manipulation tactics and responds with calm clarity.
"I will always pause and think ceitically"
My superpower is asking questions and trusting my instincts.
"I will talk to a trusted adult if I feel unsure."
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
"I'm building smart digital habits for my future."
Every safe choice I make today protects my tomorrow.
Pay Attention!
You now hold the knowledge and tools to protect yourself and other from digital scams. Remenber: Staying smart means staying safe.
Your Power Took It: Critical thinking, the ability to pause , trusted adults, and helpline 1930. Use them confidently.
Go forward with awareness, courage, and the centainty that you can navigate the digital world safety. You've got this.
