Having online friends isnt bad as long as you go about it safely. Before you make online friends real friends, make sure to video chat and talk on the phone. Be sure to always bring someone with you when you meet people that youve only had digital communication with so far in person.

Why is it dangerous to make friends online?

The dangers of meeting someone over the internet can include sexual predators, thieves, blackmailers and the fear of not knowing who is actually behind the phone. Anyone can act like someone they are not when they are behind any electronic device, and it is very easy to make good conversations flow over text.

Are online friends better than physical world friends?

And interacting with them online - through Likes, shares, Tweets, messages, posts, etc - is a lot quicker and simpler than a real-life chat. But research actually shows that despite this time-saving approach to friendship, people dont generally have any more friends online than they do in real life.

What are the dangers of online chatting?

No doubt, the Internet can be an extremely useful tool for young people. But instant messaging, chat rooms, emails and social networking sites can also bring trouble - from cyberbullying to more serious Internet dangers, including exposure to sexual predators.