Someone online might pretend to be like you and have the same interests or problems as you. They could just be doing this to get you to trust them, so later on they can get you to do what they want.
Source: Online grooming | Online and Mobile Safety @ ChildLine
Further help
- Use the Safety Centre @ CEOP (The National Crime Agency's Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command) to report inappropriate online sexual conduct towards under-18's
- Contact ChildLine: freephone 0800 1111 for free, confidential advice and support whatever your worry, whenever you need help
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