The Safer Internet Day is observed every year on Tuesday of the second week of February.
It is observed to promote a safer and more responsible use of online technology.
Safer Internet Day was first observed in 2004 as an initiative of the SafeBorders project, funded by the European Union (EU).
Cyberbullying, identity theft, data theft, cyberattacks, and cyber fraud are some common threats from the Internet.
Safer Internet Day allows planning actions for internet security, especially among the young generations.
Strong passwords, Verifying links, choosing reliable websites, Enabling two-factor authentication, etc. are some common measures for Internet security.
