Benetaware helps teens, parents, and families recognize, avoid, and respond to digital threats—like scams, phishing, cyberbullying, and privacy risks— using clear, friendly guides instead of confusing tech jargon.
You don’t have to become a “cyber expert.” These simple patterns cover most of the ways teens and families are targeted online today.
Scammers create fake urgency so you act before you think—especially around money or accounts.
If someone gets into one account, they can often get into many. Think of passwords like house keys.
What you post today can be screenshotted and saved forever, even if you delete it.
Most players are fine. Problems start when strangers push for personal info or private chats.
Scammers target teens using Cash App, Venmo, Zelle, and gift cards because payments are hard to reverse.
Screens don’t make words harmless. Colleges and employers often check public posts.
No lectures, no guilt—just a short checklist to keep your accounts, money, and reputation safer.
Do these once, and they’ll protect you every day.
If you’re not sure about a message, run it through this quick test:
You don’t have to understand every app. Focus on open conversations, simple ground rules, and a plan for when something goes wrong.
Instead of “just don’t talk to strangers,” try:
The goal is to make your child feel safe coming to you—even if they already clicked something.
These steps are not emergency services or legal advice. In a dangerous situation, always call your local emergency number first.
If you entered card or bank details, contact your bank or card company right away.
You are not alone. In many cases, law enforcement is familiar with these patterns.
Schools often have policies about bullying that include online behavior, even off campus.
Benetaware began as a personal project from a high school student who cares deeply about public safety, cybersecurity, and helping younger students avoid preventable harm online.
A lot of online safety advice feels either too technical or too vague. Teens are told “be careful” without being shown how. Parents are told to “monitor devices” without clear, realistic steps.
Benetaware is designed to sit in the middle: practical, specific, and honest about how apps, games, and social media really work in people’s lives.
This site does not collect personal data or sell anything. It is an educational resource only.