This paper aims to analyze the risk actions
carried out by children and teens in relation to what they post
and share on social networking sites and instant messaging
services.
The research was conducted in accordance with a
descriptive and exploratory methodology, using a 39-item
questionnaire with a Likert-type response scale. The study
analyzes a wide range of actions carried out on mobile devices
by 856 children and teens aged between 9 and 17 years. The
results reveal statistical differences in age and gender, with
girls engaging in more risk actions that do not involve an
express desire to harm other people. Snapchat is the most
commonly-used app for inappropriate actions linked to the
posting of content online. In conclusion, educational
interventions must be improved in order to increase children's
safety and level of digital competence.
