Online grooming is when someone builds an online relationship with a young person and tricks them or forces them to do something sexual such as making photo’s or videos, sexual conversation or meet-ups.
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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