Formation of Safe Behaviour of Primary School Students on the Internet

The article is devoted to the urgent problem of keeping primary school students safe in the digital environment. In the era of widespread digitalization, junior schoolchildren are actively exploring the online space, therefore their protection from potential threats is of the utmost importance. The paper examines the main risks that young users may face, such as cyberbullying, access to unwanted content, fraud and leakage of personal data. Special attention is paid to methods and strategies for developing junior schoolchildren’s basic skills of digital literacy and responsible behaviour on the Internet. Practical recommendations are offered for teachers and parents on creating a safe online environment, teaching children to recognize dangers and respond effectively to them, as well as developing critical thinking when working with information on the web. The aim of the article is to help reduce risks and ensure a favorable and safe Internet experience for primary school students.