Over 75% of kids aged 8–17 have access to a smartphone, yet most receive little to no cybersecurity training (Pew Research). This makes them prime targets for online threats.
Nearly 60% of teens have encountered online fraud, and 42% admit to clicking on links from strangers—putting them at serious risk of malware and identity theft.
The FBI reports a 144% increase in cybercrimes affecting minors over the past five years, with common scams appearing through social media, phishing links, and fake giveaways.