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Find resources to deal with child identity theft

The following resources and organisations can offer support on tackling child identity theft online.

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Help for parents

If you would like to speak to someone to get help, there are a few organisations that can offer one to one support or more advice.

  • Action Fraud – Report identity theft
  • NSPCC – Advice on parental controls and social networks
  • CEOP – Advice on parental controls and social networks
  • YoungMinds – For adults worried about child mental health

Help for kids

If your child cannot talk to you about their concerns, advise them to use these services to talk or connect with a trained counsellor to help them deal with their issue. 

  • ChildLine – For any worries a child may have
  • KOOTH.com – Online qualified counsellors for children
  • The Mix – Support service for young people under 25
  • Papyrus – Confidential advice for suicidal feelings
  • Samaritans – 24 hour helpline for those struggling to cope

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