For many people, social media isn't simply a way of life -- it's life itself. To help keep online interactions safe, productive, and positive, we offer the most up-to-date research and guidance on social media basics.
Social Media Safety
Social Media Safety for Kids
Common Sense Media offers tutorials, social media guides, and more resources to help parents support their preteens and teens on social media.
Social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter have made it easier than ever to share things online. But sharing something on social media is a bit different from other types of online communication.
Facebook is a social networking website where users can post comments, share photographs and post links to news or other interesting content on the web, chat live, and watch short-form video.
X (formerly Twitter) is a social network that helps you "find out what's happening, right now, with the people and organizations you care about." These tutorials will help you register for an account, interact, and keep your account safe.
Instagram is a social media platform where users upload photos and videos. Because of its clean and simple layout, people often use Instagram to share lifestyle tips, travel photos, fashion and home trends, and more.
