Be a Smart User of Smart Tech! To-Do Checklist for Teens

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Teens, use this form to make sure you are safe and protected online. Print a copy and go through the checklist to remind yourself to be responsible and productive when using technology.

My cell phone rules:

I use my phone as a tool to connect with people & ideas, not to isolate me from people in front of me

I am careful with my words and photos.

Recognize that once I send something digitally I no longer control who may see or share it further

Will never use my device as a weapon to intentionally hurt others, cyberbully or harass

My phone use does not take priority over people, exercise, sleep and my mental health

Use my devices with intention, I do not mindlessly scroll or overshare online

My top 3 favorite apps and games are:

I know how to keep myself safe on the apps / games listed above.

My profile is private so I can choose my friends and followers

I know how to mute, block or report bullies, creeps and weirdos

My password is strong and secret

I know how to control my audience when I share posts and stories online

During school or homework, I stay focused by:

Setting Do-Not-Disturb or Pausing all Notifications from texts, apps, and games

I close all games, apps, and tabs not used for school

I put my personal devices (phones, tablets) away from my workspace

I manage my screen time by:

Using screen time limits and bed time on my devices

I set reminders to 'take a break' on apps like YouTube, TikTok and Instagram and games

I turn off Auto-Play on streaming videos

I have gone through location sharing on my phone so that:

I share my location with my family

I allow location sharing on certain apps (weather, maps) that need my location to function properly

I go through my apps to decide if or how to share my location (with friends only, close friends only, sometimes or never)

On social media I am careful to:

Be kind to others

Take a beat to think about what I am sharing and how others may perceive my post

Recognize that anything I share, post, like has the potential to be public and permanent (Digital Tattoos)

Make sure my online profile reflects the best of me so my digital reputation is ready for college or job / internship apps

Not compare myself to the 'highlight reels' of others on social media

Take a break when it gets overwhelming

Woohoo! Well done! You are a SMART User! You are safe, responsible and productive with technology. Remember to have good digital manners and take a break from technology to exercise, go outside and enjoy quality time with the people close to you. -Denise Cyber-Sensible.com

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