While its not illegal, lying about your age does violate the Terms of Service agreement users must agree to when they sign up. And when parents help kids lie online, theyre setting a poor example about good digital behavior.

What happens if I lie about my age on Google?

First of all, you are in violation of the Gmail terms of service and your account can be deleted or wiped at any time that it is discovered if you are underage. If you use the email to conduct business, it could be considered fraudulent, particularly if you are a minor.

Is it a crime to lie about your age online?

Now the government has introduced laws to fight such predators. The laws would make it illegal for a person over the age of 18 to intentionally misrepresent their age in online communications with a person they reasonably believe to be under 18 years of age, with the intent of meeting in the real world.

What can a hacker do with your date of birth?

Unfortunately, an ID fraudster can use your birthday as a piece of the puzzle to capture your identity and commit identity theft. Fraudsters need just three key bits of information to steal your identity and access your accounts, take out loans, credit cards, mobile phones in your name.

Can my account be hacked with my date of birth?

Some hackers get personal information such as your name, date of birth, e-mail and phone number of your social media accounts. With this basic information, a sophisticated hacker can get past other options to change your PIN and access your account.

Can someone hack you if they know your name?

Identity theft is the process of stealing your personal information — like your name, address, Social Security number and email address — and using it without your consent. Identity theft can happen to anyone, and the effects can be more than just an inconvenience. Hackers may obtain your information in a data breach.

What can a hacker do with your birthday?

Unfortunately, an ID fraudster can use your birthday as a piece of the puzzle to capture your identity and commit identity theft. Fraudsters need just three key bits of information to steal your identity and access your accounts, take out loans, credit cards, mobile phones in your name.