WhatsApp helps young people stay connected with friends and family, but group chats, scams, unwanted contact and hidden conversations can also create risks.

Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide explores the platform’s latest safety features and the areas parents and educators should still be aware of.

The guide covers:
• New parental controls for teenagers
• Group chat pressures and harmful content
• Scams and unwanted contact
• Location sharing and disappearing messages
• Channels and privacy settings
• Meta AI and potentially misleading content

It also shares practical advice on reviewing settings, monitoring group activity safely and keeping trust and communication at the heart of online safety.

Read the guide here: https://vist.ly/5sann

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