Why We Should Avoid Clicking On Links
Howdy, everyone!
This weeks topic is on why we should avoid clicking on links. One of the great things about the internet is how accessible information is and how easy it is to share information. While this is generally a good thing, this power can be abused. When someone sends you a link, think before you click!
Why you shouldnt click on any link you see
~Your anonymity might be compromised. Some websites are designed to steal your information the moment you click on them. Others might not be designed for that, but can still collect personal information and expose you. For example, when you click on Pokemon Go links your location could become public.
~You might download a virus. Some websites are infected with viruses. Some viruses might make your computer crash a lot or work slowly. Others could delete files, reformat your hard drive, or damage programs.
~You might see upsetting content. Some websites might lead to material that could potentially trigger you. You might also be directed to porn websites.
When it is ok to click on a link
~If the link leads to a 7Cups post or community, then it is ok to click on it. We have people on 7Cups whose job is to remove unhelpful, inappropriate, and harmful posts. If the link says 7cups.com in it, then it is safe!
~If you are referred to a crisis line during a chat, then it is ok and highly encouraged to click on those links! Please remember, 7Cups is not a crisis line. Please review our crisis policy if you are having a crisis and utilize the crisis links.
Stay safe, Cups!
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@SnailPurple
This is such an important post, thank you for it!!
@River
I'm glad it helped :)
@SnailPurple
Thank you for postin this in support rooms members are posting links to off sites and I am trying to stress the best I can not to open the link. It is even a rule to the room but I get as a Mod told off.
@pamharley003
I'm sorry people are treating you this way <3 Thank you for doing your job right and putting everyone's safety first :)
@SnailPurple resources in google doc links/sheets are safe too or my DJ station ink request form etc too
@CaringBrit
Thank you for letting me know! :D
@SnailPurple
Awesome post!
@competentParadise6344
Thank you!
This post is really important, and I wish I had read this earlier. it may seem like common sense but it is very important for listeners to be careful.
@sweetcookie13
<3 <3 <3