Protect Kids Online Before It’s Too Late | Charleston News

Charleston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

Predators are lurking online—on Snapchat, Instagram, and Facebook—and they’re using flattery, gifts, and secrets to hook kids. With the dark web hidden in plain sight and AI creating fake child content, digital safety is non-negotiable. Experts urge parents to treat the internet like a house needing childproofing: monitor activity, limit screen time, ask questions, and trust your instincts. Millions of threats hit kids yearly—by age, risk shifts from pop-ups to sexting—but education and open communication are your best defenses. If something feels off, reach out to child advocacy centers now…