Safer Internet Day 2026 at Holy Cross

The theme for Safer Internet Day 2026 (10^th February) is 'Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI’.

Here's a handy guide to help you feel safer online using AI.

Why does Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Online Safety matter?

• AI is everywhere – search engines, social media, study tools

• AI can support learning, however it also brings risks

• Understanding AI helps you stay in control online

Smart tech choices protect your privacy, wellbeing and safety online.

​Spotting Fake or AI-Generated Content

• Check the source

• Look for errors or odd details

• Don't share before verifying

Don’t trust a profile because it looks real – AI is getting smarter – we need to be to be aware and ready. PAUSE, CHECK, ENGAGE.

What is Artificial Intelligence (AI) in simple terms?

• AI is technology that helps computers and robots learn, think and make decisions using information

• AI learns from data

• AI can generate text, images, videos and voices

• AI is powerful, but not always accurate or fair

It may seem like a human, but it's essentially a robot or a machine.

AI in everyday student life

Used wisely AI can be a useful tool. Used blindly it can be a shortcut.

• Chatbots for studying and revision

• Recommends algorithms on social media

• Face recognition, filters and voice assistants 

AI can support learning, but thinking still belongs to you!

For more hints and tips to help you understand and use AI appropriately, please click here.